PHP Developer

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer with proven experience in developing and scaling Education ERP solutions. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in Node.js, PHP (Laravel), MySQL, and MongoDB, along with hands-on experience in implementing ERP modules such as HR, Exams, Inventory, Learning Management System (LMS), Admissions, Fee Management, and Finance.Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable Education ERP modules.

Work on end-to-end ERP features, including HR, Exam, Inventory, LMS, Admissions, Fees, and Finance.

Build and optimize REST APIs/GraphQL services and ensure seamless integrations.

Optimize system performance, scalability, and security for high-volume ERP usage.

Conduct code reviews, enforce coding standards, and mentor junior developers.

Stay updated with emerging technologies and recommend improvements for ERP solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

Strong expertise in Node.js and PHP (Laravel, Core PHP).

Proficiency with MySQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL (database design & optimization).

Frontend knowledge: JavaScript, jQuery, HTML, CSS (React/Vue preferred).

Experience with REST APIs, GraphQL, third-party integrations (payment gateways, SMS, email).

Hands-on with Git/GitHub, Docker, CI/CD pipelines.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

6 years of professional development experience, with a minimum of 4 years in ERP systems.

Preferred Experience

Prior work in Education ERP domain.

Deep knowledge of HR, Exam, Inventory, LMS, Admissions, Fees & Finance modules.

Exposure to high-traffic enterprise applications.

Strong leadership, mentoring, and problem-solving abilities

Benefit;

 Permanent Work From Home.

Objective of the Role: 

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer with expertise in Java to take a lead role in developing and delivering innovative solutions. This role demands a proactive approach to ownership, driving initiatives from concept to deployment, and ensuring high-quality outcomes that align with both technical and product goals. 

You Will: 

• Design, implement, and maintain Java-based applications with a focus on high-volume, low- latency. 
• Work on managing Java APIs/microservices development teams. 
• Develop and release cycle modern Java-based web applications. 
• Create Spring Boot-based microservices templates for product engineering teams. 
• Develop full-stack solutions using Java, Spring, and databases like Postgres and MySǪL. 

You must have: 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. 
• 6 to 8 years of experience in Java development, and at least 2-3 years of experience in Telecom domain.
• Experience in designing the HLD and LLD. 
• Proficiency in core Java, JPA, PostgreSǪL, Spring Boot, and microservices. 
• Experience using AI assistants for developing Java features such as REST APIs and exception handling, with demonstrated ability to make production-ready modifications and validate solutions through unit and integration testing. 
• Strong understanding of Java frameworks like Spring and Hibernate. 
• Hands-on experience with RESTful web services and API gateway. 
• Knowledge of design patterns, data structures, and algorithms. 
• Excellent problem-solving skills and analytical reasoning. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Backend Engineer with 2 to 4 years of professional experience to join our dynamic engineering team. You will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining the backend systems that power our products. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions that align with business and user needs.

This role is ideal for engineers ready to take ownership of systems, contribute to architectural decisions, and solve complex backend challenges.

Website: https://www.thealteroffice.com/about

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain robust backend systems and APIs that are scalable and maintainable.
• Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions.
• Model and manage data using SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis), incorporating caching where needed.
• Implement and manage authentication, authorization, and data security practices.
• Write clean, well-documented, and well-tested code following best practices.
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) to deploy, monitor, and scale services effectively.
• Use tools like Docker (and optionally Kubernetes) for containerization and orchestration of backend services.
• Maintain and improve CI/CD pipelines for faster and safer deployments.
• Monitor and debug production issues, using observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) for root cause analysis.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to improving development standards, and provide support to less experienced engineers.
• Work with event-driven or microservices-based architecture, and optionally use technologies like GraphQL, WebSockets, or message brokers such as Kafka or RabbitMQ when suitable for the solution.

Requirements:

• 2 to 4 years of professional experience as a Backend Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Ruby, etc.).
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design, asynchronous programming, and scalable architecture patterns.
• Solid experience with both relational and NoSQL databases, including designing and optimizing data models.
• Familiarity with Docker, Git, and modern CI/CD workflows.
• Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and deployment processes (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Exposure to monitoring, logging, and performance profiling practices in production environments.
• A good understanding of security best practices in backend systems.
• Strong problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile environment with evolving priorities.

• 3+ year of experience in Development in JAVA technology.
• Strong Java Basics
• SpringBoot or Spring MVC
• Hands on experience on Relationl Databases (SQL query or Hibernate) + Mongo (JSON parsing)
• Proficient in REST API development
• Messaging Queue (RabitMQ or Kafka)
• Microservices
• Any Caching Mechanism
• Good at problem solving

Good to Have Skills:

• 3+ years of experience in using Java/J2EE tech stacks
• Good understanding of data structures and algorithms.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced internet start-up environment.
• Experience in technical mentorship/coaching is highly desirable.
• Understanding of AI/ML algorithms is a plus.

Roles and Responsibilities

• PHP and WordPress development, WordPress CMS Installation, theme customizations.
• Handle Team of developers
• Responsible for plugin development, theme integration.
• Responsible for handling a project independently.
• Developing requirements & planning documentation considering the WordPress framework.
• Customizing and publishing content using existing WordPress themes.
• Collaborate with the designing and programming team.
• Communicating with and managing multiple clients.
• Proactively review WordPress components, widgets, and plugins to keep all solutions at the cutting-edge and maintain security.
• Developing, maintaining and optimizing secure, reusable and scalable websites.
• Work closely with Project Managers and other members of the Development Team to develop detailed specification documents with clear project deliverables and timelines, and to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Communicate to the Project Manager with efficiency and accuracy of any progress or delays Engage in outside-the-box thinking to provide high value-of-service to the clients.

Ideal skills and experience required

• min. 1-2 years experience in PHP and WordPress development, WordPress CMS Installation, theme customizations.
• Leadership quality to run the tech team on website on WordPress, UIs and technical efficiency towards improving and tracking the faults on daily basis and resolving abilities
• Projection towards campaigns from the technical (website) point of view
• Experience of at least 2 international projects.
• Ability to work in an Agile /SCRUM environment.
• Should have problem-solving, prioritizing tasks, and multi-tasking abilities
• Knowledge of consuming and creating Web Services is a plus.
• Good time-management skills.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills.
• Should possess strong knowledge of SEO, Secure sites, WordPress, Web Design
• Good knowledge of WordPress development and life cycle (theme hierarchy, plugins, etc.
• Strong understanding of PHP back-end development. Experience in front-end technologies like HTML5,CSS3,Bootstrap4,JavaScript,PHP.
• Basic Knowledge of Core PHP, MySQL Database.
• Experience in designing and developing responsive design websites.
• Ability to understand CSS changes and their ramifications to ensure consistent style across platforms and browsers

• Developing and maintaining all server-side network components.
• Collaborating with front-end developers on the integration of elements.
• Designing back-end services for various business processes.
• Developing high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient code.
• Running diagnostic tests, repairing defects, and providing technical support.
• Documenting Node.js processes, including database schemas, as well as preparing reports.
• Recommending and implementing improvements to processes and technologies.

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, or similar.
• At least two years of experience as a Node.js developer.
• Extensive knowledge of JavaScript, web stacks, libraries, and frameworks.
• Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Availability to resolve urgent web application issues outside of business hours.

Position: Senior Software Engineer

Location : Gurgaon ( WFH untill Pandamic ) 

You'll be responsible for developing web applications for managing various working aspects of e-commerce, warehousing & supply chain systems. Your primary focus will be the development of server-side logic and client-side interfaces, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.

Responsibilities:

● Design, develop, test, deploy, and maintain highly scalable user-facing software applications.

● Participate in business discussions and present software solutions to their various problems.

● Coordinate full cycle product development activities with executive management, product management, quality assurance, support, and operations teams.

● Build software modules, libraries, and frameworks that support complex back-end applications as per the specifications and on time.

● Design schema for SQL and NoSQL database.

● Setup metrics tracking and inspect server code for speed optimization.

● Assign tasks to team members and gauge progress of various projects.

● Should open to work on PHP/Laravel.

Requirements:

● 4+ years hands-on experience on writing and deploying production quality code.

● Solid foundation in computer science with strong competency in data structures, algorithms and software design.

● Have created enterprise level applications in any programming language.

● Professional experience using PHP, Python and Golang among others.

● Development experience with Unix/Linux.

● Strong Experience with relational SQL and NoSQL databases.

● Hands on experience in using AWS technologies like EC2, lambda functions, SNS, SQS and worked on serverless architecture.

● Follow right back-end engineering practices and desire to continually keep up with its advancements.

● Constantly improve product quality, security, and performance.

● Experience in leading the team and working with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment is a plus.

● Domain knowledge of warehousing operation related processes and ecommerce workflows is preferred.

● Should open to work on PHP/Laravel.

Node.js and frameworks available for it - Express, StrongLoop, etc
Understanding the nature of asynchronous programming and its quirks and workarounds
Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers

front-end technologies - HTML5, and CSS3
Writing scalable, reusable, testable, and efficient code