PHP Developer

We are looking for computer science/engineering final year students/ fresh graduates that have solid understanding of computer science fundamentals (algorithms, data structures, object oriented programming) and strong java. programming skills. You will get to work on machine learning algorithms as applied to online advertising or do data analytics. You will learn how to collaborate in small, agile teams, do rapid development, testing and get to taste the invigorating feel of a start-up company.

Experience

None required

Required Skills

-Solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies in data structures, algorithms, and software design

-Java / Python programming

-UI/UX HTML5 CSS3, Javascript

-MYSQL, Relational Databases

-MVC Framework, ReactJS

Optional Skills

-Familiarity with online advertising, web technologies

-Familiarity with Hadoop, Spark, Scala

Education

UG - B.Tech/B.E. - Computers; PG - M.Tech - Computers

Knowmax is a global B2B SaaS platform built to elevate customer experience through intelligent knowledge management. We enable customer-facing teams to access the right answers instantly—across contact centers, digital channels, and field support—driving consistency, efficiency, and satisfaction at scale.

Preferred Profile: Candidates with prior experience working on product development in a startup environment.

Core Backend Skills

• Node.js Mastery
• Deep understanding of event loop, async patterns (Promises, async/await).
• Experience with frameworks like Express, NestJS, Fastify.
• Writing scalable APIs (REST), middleware, and modular code.
• Database Expertise
• SQL/Postgres – schema design, complex joins, indexing, query optimization.
• Knowledge of transactions, isolation levels, and migrations.
• Basic familiarity with ORMs (Sequelize/TypeORM/Prisma) and raw queries.
• Architecture & Design
• Ability to design backend systems
• Good understanding of API versioning, caching strategies (Redis).

Frontend (Average Skill Expected)

• Comfortable with React (or Nuxt/Vue) for building and maintaining UIs.
• Basic understanding of state management (Redux, Vuex, Pinia).
• Familiarity with component-based architecture and UI libraries (Material UI, Tailwind).
• Can debug UI issues but not expected to be a design/UX expert.

Other Expectations

• Code Quality – Writing unit tests (Jest/Mocha), code reviews, and maintaining clean architecture.
• Problem-Solving – Strong data structures and algorithmic skills (not as intense as SD3/Architect).
• Collaboration – Able to mentor juniors, break down tasks, and work closely with product and QA.
• Performance & Security – Understands security best practices (OWASP) and performance profiling.

A tick against the following skill sets would surely strengthen the candidature

• Strong PHP, JS fundamentals
• PHP frameworks: PHP Laravel
• JS frameworks: Vue.JS
• RDBMS: MySQL, Mongo DB
• UI: HTML5, CSS3, Javascript, Jquery, XML, JSON, Ajax

• REST APIs
• Vue.JS Components (resusable components)
• 1-way / 2-way Binding 
• Custom Filters
• Service, Containers 
• PUT, POST, PATCH, Getter/Setter Methods 
• Repository Patterns 
• Laravel Facade 
• Blade Templates
• Laravel Events 
• Swagger 
• LINT 
• Unit Testing 

Job Description:

At Helios Tech Labs we are looking for a Full Stack Developer with <2 - 5 yr Exp> to build and maintain functional websites and applications with highly skilled computer programmer who is comfortable with both front and back end programming.

To be successful in this role, you should have extensive experience building web-apps from scratch and in-depth knowledge of at least one of the following programming languages:

• JavaScript
• Java
• HTML
• CSS
• React
• Angular
• Objective C
• Scala
• Python
• C#
• C++
• PHP
• Perl
• Node JS
• Ruby (RoR)
  
  

Responsibilities:

• Identify user and system requirements for new websites and applications
• Designing user interactions on web pages.
• Developing back-end website applications.
• Creating servers and databases for functionality.
• Ensuring cross-platform optimization for mobile phones.
• Ensuring responsiveness of applications.
• Seeing through a project from conception to finished product.
• Meeting both technical and consumer needs.
• Staying abreast of developments in web applications and programming languages.
• Prioritize software development projects, set timelines, and assign tasks to team members.
• Write or review code for various applications.
• Run functionality testings and debug code.
• Oversee junior web developers and evaluate their performance.
• Liaise with designers to decide on UI/UX elements (like graphics and navigation buttons).

• Strong knowledge of PHP for backend work (3+ years’ experience)
• Experience with an MVC framework (CakePHP, Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, etc.)
• Strong knowledge of Javascript, HTML, CSS and related tools/packages (3+ years’ experience),
• Strong knowledge of MySQL (3+ years’ experience)
• Knowledge of React
• Though not required, experience with Python, Golang, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch.
• Strong English skills (written and verbal)

Basic Requirements:

Firm grasp of Git-based source control
Competent with PHP object-oriented programming & MVC applications
Competent with MySQL-based database concepts
Familiarity with automated deployment strategies Excellent in JavaScript.

Good understanding of jQuery, Bootstrap.

Good understanding of SVN.

Responsibilities

Understand technical requirements
Develop full fledged web applications
End to end software development
Should write test cases & perform extensive self testing
Lead & Mentor team

Technologies

- PHP

- opencart&quot

- MySQL
- MVC
- HTML
- CSS
- Javascript / jQuery
- AJAX