Senior PHP Developer

Job Description :

Position : Full Stack Developer (Python + React.js)

Location : Gurgaon (Work From Office, 6 days a week)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Role Overview :

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full Stack Developer with expertise in Python and React.js to join our dynamic team in Gurgaon. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in backend and frontend development, a passion for building scalable applications, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using Python for the backend and React.js for the frontend.
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate third-party APIs to enhance application functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and other developers, to deliver robust software solutions.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following industry best practices.
• Debug and resolve technical issues across the stack.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and contribute to improving existing development processes.

Required Skills and Qualifications :

• Experience: 3+ Years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Backend Expertise: Strong proficiency in Python (Django/Flask/FastAPI).
• Frontend Expertise: In-depth knowledge of React.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript (ES6+).
• Database Management: Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Version Control: Proficiency in using Git for version control.
• Development Practices: Familiarity with Agile methodologies, CI/CD pipelines, and test-driven development (TDD).
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communication: Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, or cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Familiarity with GraphQL and WebSockets.
• Knowledge of UI/UX design principles.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Career growth and skill development opportunities.

About Us

Wednesday is a technology consulting and engineering firm based in Pune. We specialise in helping digital-first businesses solve complex engineering problems. Our expertise lies in data engineering, applied AI, and app development. We offer our expertise through our services: Launch, Catalyse, Amplify, and Control.

We're a passionate bunch of people who take their work seriously. We deeply care about each other and are united by the cause of building teams that delivery great digital products & experiences.

Job Description

Wednesday is a technology consulting and engineering firm based in Pune. We specialise in helping digital-first businesses solve complex engineering problems. Our expertise lies in data engineering, applied AI, and app development. We offer our expertise through our services: Launch, Catalyse, Amplify, and Control.

We're a passionate bunch of people who take their work seriously. We deeply care about each other and are united by the cause of building teams that delivery great digital products & experiences

Wednesday works with customers with a high amount of autonomy. We own problem statements and work with them to provide simple solutions to complex and challenging problems. You will be responsible for front-end architecture, delivery and innovation across all pods at Wednesday.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to develop responsive web applications.
• Build, test, and deploy frontend interfaces using React.js.
• Work on fullstack development, integrating frontend with backend (Node.js).
• Optimize applications for performance and scalability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in both frontend and backend.

Skills Required:

• Proficiency in React.js, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
• Basic knowledge of backend technologies (Node.js, Express.js).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and databases (MongoDB or MySQL).
• Version control (Git/GitHub).
• Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork.

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Azure).
• Building developer libraries and SDKs.

Benefits

• Mentorship: Work next to some of the best engineers and designers.
• Freedom: An environment where you get to practice your craft. No micromanagement.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Healthcare for you and your family.
• Growth: A tailor-made program to help you achieve your career goals. Click here to read more about our career ladder.
• A voice that is heard: We don't claim to know the best way of doing things. We like to listen to ideas from our team.

• 4 to 7 years of experience (or equivalent understanding of software engineering)
• Strong in Javascript & Typescript + frameworks like React, Next.js, Angular, etc.
• Strong experience in architecting complex, distributed systems in public or private cloud
• Willingness and interest in learning new tech/processes (Python, Airflow, Postgres, etc.)
• Willingness to travel to offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Hyderabad

We are building a core technology team at our new startup. If you are interested in working with a startup and growing along with a startup, this is the opportunity for you.

Backend: PHP Laravel (must), NodeJS (knowhow)

Frontend: Any Javascript, ReactJS (preferred)

Others: MySQL or any SQL database, Knowhow of Microservices architecture

Roles and Responsibilities

Build websites using WordPress

Write coding using HTML and CSS

Design new features for existing websites.

Customize themes to meet existing website requirements

Web Technologies/scripts: AJAX, HTML HTML 5, XHTML, CSS 3, JavaScript, Json-LD, DHTML,

XML/Web Services, XSLT, Soap, NUSOAP, CSS Webkit

Webservers: Apache, IIS, WAMP, XAMMP

Editors: Macromedia Dreamweaver, Notepad++, Text pad.

Versioning Tools: SVN, CVS, VSS, TortoiseCVS.

Operating Systems: Linux, Windows 7, Windows Vista, WINDOWS XP.

CMS: Joomla, Mambo, Drupal, Wordpress

Web Editors: FCK, TinyMCE

Administrative Tools: PhpMyAdmin, Navicat, SQLYOG, Toad

Framework: MVC, CodeIgniter, Zend, CakePHP

Languages PHP4/5

Databases: MySQL4/5, SQL SERVER, Oracle

• Key Result Areas

1. End to end ownership in the consumer facing B2C tech team and deliver solutions to solve business problems.

1. Advanced Javascript, CSS, HTML 5, D/XHTML, XML, JSON, DOM Concepts

1. Must have worked on a SPA framework: ReactJS, Node JS, AngularJS or InfernoJS

1. Own the development methodology. Align with the executive team to improve the development process, prioritize projects and manage multiple work streams

1. Extensive Work with open-source technologies and built services architecture as this will prove to be an invaluable asset in building solutions.

1. Lead a team of Software Developers, Server Engineers and QA Engineers, establishing development practices and standards

1. Extensive skill on React JS, Node JS

1. Experience on various PHP frameworks like Cakephp, Laravel, CI etc would be plus

1. Work with scrum teams and product managers using agile methodologies to deliver high quality solutions on time
2. Jumping on a call with clients to understand the requirement and profile them the right solution, helping formulate an effective solution and turning it into a working application
3. Conducting website performance and unit tests
4. Heavy involvement in the requirements gathering, development and operational stages of new projects
5. Troubleshoot and debug related application defects with existing and new applications
6. Work collaboratively with the frontend team and other team members, train other members and get trained if required

• Should have expert level knowledge to Design, Develop and test Web Apps with Angular versions 6 and above.
• Primary Skills – Angular6+, HTML, CSS3, JavaScript.
• Node JS as backend will be advantage
• Knowledge of Mongo, MySql will be advantage
• Highly skilled at front-end engineering using Object-Oriented JavaScript, TypeScript, various JavaScript,TypeScript patterns and frameworks.
• Should have experience in publishing and consuming Services using REST API
• Excellent time-management, multi-tasking, and communication skills. Capable of handling multiple projects and related complexities at the same time.

You are required to possess good knowledge of PHP and experience in Laravel repository.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Work alongside a broader team with a focus on Design, UX, Optimization, Back End processes, DevOps Efficiency with the goal of delivering high-quality projects using the latest tech stack.
• A keen eye for detail, along with a passion to deliver quality, customer-focused solutions is absolutely essential.
• Championing Web Development: You will be responsible for handling web development from ideation to production.
• Collaboration with product manager and other developers, owning a large part of the process from problem understanding to shipping the solution.
• Contribute best-in-class programming skills to develop highly innovative, consumer-facing web products.

Key Skills:

PHP MVC Framework Laravel, API Integration and Development, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Version Control Systems, Repository Management, Basic understanding to work on AWS 

Required Experience and Qualifications:

Desired Profile:

• Great skills in PHP MVC framework Laravel.
• Extensive Experience in API integration and development is required.
• Experience in HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript is required.
• Experienced with version control systems and repository management.
• Experience working and configuring AWS is a huge plus. but a basic understanding to work on AWS is required.
• Passionate about writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code.
• Strong analytical and debugging skills and experience building consumer systems at scale.