Sr. Software Engineer - PHP

As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will join the team responsible for delivering the next generation high- volume, fault-tolerant, and scalable transaction processing system for Blackhawk. The candidate will possess a demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of skills and experience utilizing .Net, Application service Interfaces, and database technologies. The desired candidate will have an excellent understanding and hands-on experience designing and building software components that can handle high volume traffic. Apply now for a chance to lead our products and platforms to new heights of functionality and adoption. 

• Full Stack Development:
  • Develop and maintain web applications using PHP (Zend Framework, Laravel) for the back-end and React.js or Angular for the front-end.
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code to ensure high performance and scalability of applications.
• System Design & Architecture:
  • Design and implement complex systems and APIs, including integrations with third-party services.
  • Architect solutions that are scalable, secure, and high-performing.
• Collaboration & Communication:
  • Work closely with UI/UX designers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure best practices and consistency across the team.
  • Provide mentorship to junior developers and assist in their professional growth.
• Testing & Debugging:
  • Write unit, integration, and functional tests to ensure the robustness and reliability of applications.
  • Troubleshoot and debug applications to resolve performance bottlenecks and bugs.
• Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply them to improve current systems.
  • Suggest new features, improvements, and optimisations to improve application performance.

• Experience: 5+ years of full-stack development experience, including:
  • Strong proficiency in PHP, specifically with Zend Framework and Laravel.
  • Experience with front-end technologies like React.js or Angular.
  • Understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc.) and RESTful API development.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficient in JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design.
  • Solid understanding of MVC architecture and web application frameworks.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and deployment tools.
  • Knowledge of JavaScript build tools (Webpack, NPM) and state management libraries (Redux etc.).
• Additional Skills:
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS) and containerisation technologies (Docker).
  • Experience with Agile methodologies and version control using Git.
  • Knowledge of security best practices and techniques for web applications.
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