About the role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Intermediate to Senior Full Stack Software Developer with a specialisation in PHP to join our development team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing, enhancing, and maintaining web applications within the Out of Home advertising industry, working with both front and back end technologies.

You will collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality software that meets the needs of our users.

Key responsibilities:

• Full Stack Development: Develop end-to-end web applications using PHP for back-end and collaborate with UI/UX designers to build functional, responsive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks.
• API Development & Integration: Build and maintain RESTful APIs for integration with third-party services and other internal systems.
• Database Management: Design, optimise, and maintain databases to ensure high performance and availability.
• Version Control: Maintain code integrity and organisation through version control tools (Git, GitHub).
• Security Best Practices: Implement best practices in application security to ensure data protection and compliance with industry standards.
• Performance Optimisation: Monitor application performance and refactor code for scalability, minimising latency and downtime.
• Testing and Debugging: Write unit tests and integration tests for PHP code, and debug both back-end and front-end issues.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and to specifications.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Proficiency in PHP: Expert-level knowledge in PHP frameworks, e.g. Laravel.
• Database Management: Strong experience in SQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL), and familiarity with database optimisation and indexing.
• RESTful APIs: Proficiency in building and consuming RESTful services and working with third-party API integrations.
• Version Control: Deep experience with Git for source control management and collaboration.
• Server Management: Experience with server deployment processes, working with cloud platforms (e.g. DigitalOcean, AWS etc.), and configuring server environments.
• Testing Frameworks: Familiarity with testing frameworks such as PHPUnit.
• Front-End Development: Experience with front-end technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and popular frameworks (Vue.js, React etc).
• Security: Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and mitigation strategies.
• Agile Methodologies: Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments, with a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

Preferred skills and experience:

• DevOps Knowledge: Understanding of DevOps practices, containerisation (Docker), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Mobile Development: Exposure to mobile-first design and development or experience with mobile app integration.
• Experience with CMS: Experience with CMS platforms such as WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.

Educational requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience).

Why join us?

• Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge projects at the forefront of a growing industry.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who are dedicated to delivering high-quality software.
• Growth Opportunities: Access to continuous learning, training, and career development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Flexible Working arrangements: Hybrid WFH and from our beautifully appointed office in Parnell, Auckland.