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PHP Engineer

Posted 10 days ago

RemoteLagos, LA, Nigeria

Job Description

Who we are looking for...

A PHP Engineer seeking an opportunity to develop and create cutting-edge solutions for our products and services, while being part of something extraordinary.
 

What you will do...

  • Develop new web applications using customized, open-source, and off-the-shelf applications and components.
  • Maintain and enhance existing web applications and all internal integrated systems.
  • Deliver new functionality and change requests for existing applications.
  • Participate in the ongoing development of applications that meet the needs of our customers.
  • Design and implement user-driven templates, databases and interfaces (for ease of use).
  • Develop database-driven web interfaces for rapid, real-time information sharing.
  • Develop external web portals allowing users to input and retrieve accurate information.

Qualifications

What you bring...

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, MIS, or related discipline.
  • 3+ years PHP development experience
  • Recent versions of PHP (7.x preferred)
  • Relational database setup and use (MySQL 5.6 or later)
  • Hands-on front-end development utilizing HTML, CSS (or SCSS/SASS/LESS), client-side JavaScript and jQuery
  • Git version control knowledge and experience
  • Experience with RESTful API usage and implementation; experience creating/documenting an API is a plus
  • Experience with Redis (or other NoSQL key-value store) is a plus
  • Server and site performance optimization experience is a plus
  • Preferred full-stack developer, but willing to mentor on needed areas

Additional preferred skills   

  • Laravel 5.x framework (or other similar MVC)
  • Knowledge and use of Single Page Application design and implementation, including use of front-end tools such as CanJS, Vue, Aurelia, or Angular JS
  • Experience with queues/workers in a distributed workload system (e.g. Beanstalkd, RabbitMQ, Iron.io, Amazon SQS) is a plus
  • Experience with Composer, NPM, Gulp, Grunt, or other tools in the build pipeline
  • Experience with WordPress, Hooks, Theming and Plugins
  • Troubleshoot issues with web server, database, security, network, and web technologies
  • Customize, compile, install, configure, monitor and debug server instances, especially on NGINX
  • Reporting, maintenance, and test automation tools in PHP (e.g. PHPUnit)
  • Create and enhance in-house tools for website operations, support hardware & software issues
  • Experience with customer & end-user support of online products; web, graphic and usability design

Additional Information

What you will experience…

  • A fast-paced, collaborative, and purpose-driven team environment that empowers you to thrive and grow.
  • Opportunities to shape the voice of a global tech brand while working alongside innovative leaders.
  • Professional development and leadership support to sharpen your expertise.
  • Competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits, including health and wellness programs, and generous paid time off (vacation days, holidays, and birthday leave).
  • A culture that values transparency, creativity, and continuous learning.
Job details
Workplace
Remote
Location
Lagos, LA, Nigeria

Your Exciting Opportunity For A Rewarding Career Operating in the United States, Nigeria, India and the Philippines, Cavista’s mission is to empower the world’s best technology solutions. Through world-class consultation, innovative IT solutions and personalized client services, Cavista increases operational efficiency for organizations of all sizes. We're seeking talented individuals interested in a challenging and rewarding career. We're looking for the best and brightest, the forward-thinkers and problem-solvers who want a chance to change the world. The Cavista Way Cavista is committed to treating every employee as an individual, respecting their dignity and recognizing their merit. Our work environment encourages innovation, thinking outside the box and being entrepreneurial in thoughts and actions. Employees are an integral part of the company’s success, and take pride in creating their own ideal work environment. Cavista operates from offices in Nigeria, India and the Philippines. Our Global Partner Cavista is a global partner of Axxess, the leading innovator in home healthcare technology around the world. With individuals from more than 40 countries, Axxess sets the standard for operational excellence in a diverse and inclusive environment. Fostering an award-winning culture that encourages success by meeting needs and solving challenges has been the key to its rapid growth since it was founded.

Employees
482
Industry
Information Technology & Services
Headquarters
Dallas, Texas
Company location
Dallas, Texas, US

Key team members

Harish Chandrashekhar

Harish Chandrashekhar

Neeraj Sharma

Neeraj Sharma

Pratik Shah

Pratik Shah

Katlego Matlhodi Arnone

Katlego Matlhodi Arnone

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