Senior PHP Developer

The key aspects of this role include:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable applications using Python.

• Contribute to the entire implementation process including driving the definition of improvements based on business need and architectural improvements.

• Act as a subject matter expert for Application Software developers and Engineers.

• Handle server-side code for a production platform and contribute to new features

To be the right fit, you'll need:

• More than 4+ years of experience as a software developer in Python, with knowledge of at least one Python web framework such as Django, Flask, etc.

• Good understanding of common design patterns and architecture principles to design reliable and Scalable applications

• Strong communication skills

• Knowledge of databases line NoSQL or MongoDB

• Good to have AWS and Docker or Web services

• Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS

About SafeGold

Gold is the most trusted asset across the entire world and one of the largest asset classes in India. The total traded value of gold in India exceeds $300 billion annually – nearly all of it in an unorganised, offline manner. We, at SafeGold, are building the digital infrastructure to organise the gold market using technology. SafeGold is India’s largest digital gold platform with 35 million customers and 100+ distribution partners across India, Thailand and UAE. The focus has always been on revenues and profitability growth which has been widely recognised.

#9 in 2023 ET Growth Champions (India)

#21 in 2023 FT High Growth Companies (Asia)

With revenues of more than Rs. 4,500 crs in the year ending March-23, we have been part of the Financial Times rankings of the fastest growing startups in the Asia-Pacific region since 2021 till date. 

SafeGold is backed by the World Gold Council and leading venture capital funds, Beenext and Pravega.

Job Description

We’re a small team with insanely large ambitions. We are looking for a Software Engineer who will help shape Safe Gold’s product and marketing strategies by processing, analyzing and interpreting data sets. You will work closely with the tech, product and business teams for designing and developing a scalable application architecture, based on business requirements. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in

PHP and Relational as well as NoSql Databases (MySQL,MongoDB). You will have strong problem-solving skills and independent self-direction to thrive in our work environment.

What will your job entail:

● Implement a robust set of services and APIs to power the web application.

● Build reusable code and libraries for future use.

● Optimize the application for maximum speed and scalability.

● Implement security and data protection as per industry standards.

● Monitor the front-end and back-end aspects of the web application

● Coordinate with the product team to understand the requirements and formulate a detailed technical documentation.

● Assist junior developers if required.

Key Requirements:

● 4-7 years of experience in software development, at least 1 year of experience in a product based startup is preferable

● Strong understanding of MVC Architecture

● Atleast 2-3 years of working experience in PHP is a must have and proficiency in Laravel Framework will be a plus

● Proficient knowledge of both Relational as well as NoSql Databases (MySQL,MongoDB) is a must have

● Working knowledge of Python and Django/Flask Framework is good to have

● Familiarity with advanced JavaScript libraries and frameworks such as AngularJS, ReactJS

● Strong understanding of fundamental design principles to build a scalable application.

● Experience with implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests.

● Proficient understanding of code versioning tools (Git).

● At least 2 years of experience working on AWS cloud platform, using tools like EC2,RDS,Lambda, SQS, Elasticache

• 3+  years of hands-on experience in ERPNext Platform and Frappe Framework, Python, JavaScript and MySQL/MariaDB
• Strong knowledge of configuration and customisation of the ERPNext platform

We are looking for a highly skilled computer programmer who is comfortable with both front and back end programming. Full stack developers are responsible for developing and designing front end web architecture, ensuring the responsiveness of applications, and working alongside graphic designers for web design features, among other duties.

Full stack developers will be required to see out a project from conception to final product, requiring good organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Developing front end website architecture.
• 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.
• Working alongside graphic designers for web design features.
• Seeing through a project from conception to finished product.
• Designing and developing APIs.
• Meeting both technical and consumer needs.
• Staying abreast of developments in web applications and programming languages.

• Degree in computer science.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with fundamental front-end languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with JavaScript frameworks such as Angular JS, React, and Amber.
• Proficiency with server-side languages such as Python, Ruby, Java, PHP, and .Net.
• Familiarity with database technology such as MySQL, Oracle, and MongoDB.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
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• Work with the architect in identifying modules, interfaces, functionality to be developed
• Participate in the entire application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging
• Write clean code to develop functional web application, addressing technical and design requirements
• Understand and implement heuristic algorithms as necessary
• Troubleshoot and debug applications
• Create and maintain upto date documentation 
• Collaborate with Front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server side logic
• Provide training and support to internal teams
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use
• Liaise with developers, architects,  designers and system administrators to identify and incorporate new features

• Proven work experience in Java as a Back-end developer
• In-depth understanding of the entire web development process (design, development and deployment)
• Hands on experience with programming languages like https://resources.workable.com/back-end-developer-job-description" target="_blank">Java and Python
• Hands on experience in relational and non relational databases
• Working knowledge of CMS framework
• Familiarity with front-end languages (e.g. HTML, JavaScript and CSS)
• Excellent analytical and time management skills
• Teamwork skills with a problem-solving attitude
• BE/ MS degree in Computer Science or relevant field