PHP Developer

We are looking for a Sr. Drupal Developer primarily responsible for back-end/module development.

• 5 + years experienced Drupal professional having develop/architect experience in Drupal 7, 8 and 9 platforms.
• Ability to perform complex Drupal development tasks including custom module development using the Drupal API system and hooks from major Drupal core systems
• Responsible for designing and implementing new features and functionality, establishing and guiding the websites architecture, ensuring high-performance and availability, and managing all technical aspects of the CMS. Work closely with front-end developers and customers to ensure an effective, visually appealing, and intuitive implementation.
• Ability to perform complex Drupal development tasks including custom module development using the Drupal API system and hooks from major Drupal core systems.
• Develop code by adhering to the Drupal, security and accessibility standards.
• Strong RESTful API development and experience in consuming the micro service
• Ability to architect enterprise Drupal solutions including data, display, and information architecture
• Advanced site-building experience including deep familiarity with Drupal modules such as CTools, Views, and Panels
• Experience creating custom Drupal modules
• Experience building responsive websites using Drupal CMS, HTML/HTML5, CSS/CSS3, and JavaScript/jQuery
• Knowledge of PHP, PHP files and theme functions, and knowledge of the Drupal theme layer
• Through understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (e.g. Requirements, Design, Development, Testing) and exposure to Agile or iterative SDLCs
• Proficiency in SQL and relational databases such as mySQL, Postgres, etc.
• Proficiency in using Version Control System such as Git or SVN
• Works with stakeholders to execute technical & business objectives for the WCMs web properties. Collaborates with web designers, web developers & content editors to build high-quality, secure, standards-compliant web applications/sites & experiences
• Prioritizes, tracks, and documents feature requests, enhancements, and bugs. Communicates frequently with project teams to maintain situational awareness
• Conducts software testing and release activities
• Experience with Docker and CI/CD tools such as Travis, Jenkins 

As a PHP Backend Developer, your primary responsibility will be to develop and maintain the server-side logic of web applications, ensuring high performance, responsiveness, and scalability. You will work closely with the front-end development team, project managers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust and efficient web solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain server-side applications using PHP frameworks (such as Yii, Laravel, Symfony, and CodeIgniter) and other related technologies.
• Write clean, well-structured, and reusable code following industry best practices and coding standards.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Design and implement secure and efficient APIs for data exchange with the front end and external services.
• Optimize application performance by identifying and resolving bottlenecks, improving code efficiency, and implementing caching mechanisms.
• Ensure data integrity and implement proper validation and error-handling techniques.
• Collaborate with database administrators to design and optimize database schemas and queries.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging of applications to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and advancements in PHP development and related technologies.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to maintain code quality and improve team collaboration.
• Collaborate with the project management team to estimate project timelines and deliver work within specified deadlines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, provide technical support and perform maintenance tasks as required.

Requirements:

• Proven work experience as a PHP Backend Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in PHP and its frameworks (Yii, Laravel, Symfony, etc.) with a good understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Experience with frontend technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript) and their integration with backend systems.
• Familiarity with database systems, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB, and proficiency in writing efficient database queries.
• Knowledge of version control systems like Git for code collaboration and deployment.
• Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration of third-party APIs.
• Experience in optimizing application performance and implementing caching techniques.
• Understanding of security principles and best practices for web application development.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.

If you’re one of the best and brightest, a highly-motivated innovator, a fast worker, and a fierce competitor, you might be just the person we’re looking for! Entrata’s Research and Development department is seeking a Software Engineer. You will spend a lot of time working with senior architects and directors, designing database schema, and laying out the basic code architecture so an offshore team can run with it. You will also be tasked with projects that you will own and see through to completion.

Responsibilities will include:

• Write well-designed, testable, efficient code 
• Solve technical problems by working closely with Development Managers, UX, Product Managers, and offshore teams
• Designs high-performance database schema and code architecture for their products
• Empower offshore teams to rapidly deliver stable, high-performing, and reliable code. This requires frequent interaction with them by teleconference.
• Reviews and corrects code for quality and design through constant evaluation of product code and getting involved in complicated or sensitive code
• Maintain database queries and write scalable SQL
• Contribute in all phases of the development life-cycle (back-end and front-end)
• Participate in and advocate for Agile and Scrum activities
• Prepare and produce releases of software components
• Handle high traffic website operations, be proactive with maintenance, and exhibit problem-solving skills to ensure optimal working and performance of the websites
• Build interfaces and change existing functionalities and logic of existing code for improvement
• Understand standard systems development life-cycle processes and apply agile methodology effectively on client & internal engagements
• Apply knowledge of industry trends and developments to improve service to the client and internal project

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2-5 years of development experience (PHP is preferred)Experience working with web-based applications and processes
• SQL and her database knowledge
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Ambitious, dedicated, and a little eccentric
• Team-oriented, willing to standardize code and architecture

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
• Experience with microservices
• Experience working with offshore teams

Personality fit 

Looking to hire a Backend developer, who wakes up every day with the zeal of learning something new - a mind that is always curious. Not only this, he should be proud to have a good experience on algorithms and understand his technology at the atomic level.

Preliminary requirements for the role

1. Should understand the architecture of Node Js language, and must have had at least 1 year of solid experience in writing robust code in this language.
2. Should be well versed with basic algorithms on ( array, Linked list, stack, queue)- Yes, we do ask questions associated with time and space complexity for the above-mentioned algorithms
3. Thorough understanding of MySQL, in that, creating all types of joins ( inner, outer, left, and right) on multiple tables, views, and triggers are a piece of cake for you.
4. Further, you should have a decent understanding of database designs so that you can make quick decisions about normalization, inclusion/exclusion of foreign keys, etc
5. Should have a decent understanding of code repository tool such as GitHub
6. Should be well versed with the basics of AWS ( understanding of cloud architecture would be a plus)
7. Should be aware of the commonly used encryption techniques such as JWT, API encryption, Token management, etc
8. Exposure to working in E-commerce related applications as well as in a startup environment would be an add on. 

• 5+ years PHP development experience required with PHP, MVC, CMS, HTML, CSS, AJAX, MySQL
• Development
  • PHP, MVC Architecture
  • Hands-on experience in any of the php frameworks (Laravel / Cakephp / Yii / Codeignitor / Zend)
  • Hands-on experience in RESTful API design and development
  • HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Ajax, Jquery

• Databases
  • Must be able to design and manage the database using MySQL
  • Strong knowledge on MySQL queries and optimization

• Version Control System
  • Bitbucket or GitHub Source Control

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Flexible, team player, “get-it-done” personality
• Design, Develop, Implement, Test, Document and Maintain high quality Web Application Software
• Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to multi-task and context-switch effectively between different activities and teams