PHP Developer

JOB DESCRIPTION We are seeking a mid-to-senior level PHP Backend Developer to support and enhance an existing web-based platform within a secure environment. This role will focus on understanding and working within an established codebase, integrating systems through APIs, and ensuring accurate data flow between internal and external platforms. The ideal candidate is someone who can quickly get up to speed, navigate existing architecture with minimal guesswork, and make thoughtful updates to improve system performance and communication between services. Key Responsibilities: - Analyze and become familiar with the existing PHP codebase, including structure, logic, and data flow - Modify and enhance backend functionality to support updated system integrations - Work with API-driven communication to enable seamless data exchange between systems - Redirect and adapt existing system communication to integrate with new external platforms - Identify and resolve inconsistencies in data mapping and variable structures across systems - Collaborate across systems and technologies, including PHP, HTML/CSS, APIs, and databases - Apply secure development practices within a highly secure environment (no external exposure of proprietary code) - Support general development needs in a flexible role requiring cross-functional contributions Manage end-to-end data flow: - Send data from internal portal to external server - Receive response data - Ensure accurate updates to internal databases REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENC

• 5–6+ years of professional experience in PHP development - Strong understanding of backend web development and system architecture - Experience working with APIs and server-to-server communication - Familiarity with relational databases (SQL/MySQL) and data flow concepts - Experience working within existing or legacy codebases and making incremental improvements - Basic understanding of frontend technologies (HTML/CSS) NICE TO HAVE SKILLS AND EXPERIEN Exposure to scripting or additional languages such as Python is a plus Experience working in secure environments or with secure coding practices Show more Show less