PHP Developer

Location: Gozo, MT
Employment type: Full-time
Salary: 25,000–30,000 EUR per year

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain and optimise backend applications using PHP (7/8.1) and Node.js.
• Write clean, efficient and testable code while adhering to established development standards and best practices.
• Analyse business requirements and enhance existing applications by identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Troubleshoot, debug and resolve application defects, managing issues through the defect tracking system.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications and test plans.
• Monitor system performance and provide ongoing technical support.
• Research and implement new technologies to improve application performance and scalability.

Skills & Experience

• Proficiency in PHP with commercial backend development experience; knowledge of Node.js is desirable.
• Experience developing applications within an n-tier architecture.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles.
• Experience with Symfony 4/5 and Doctrine ORM.
• Working knowledge of Vue.js.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including PostgreSQL, SQL and MongoDB.
• Familiarity with messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ and Redis.
• Experience using distributed version control systems, such as Git.
• Good understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS or a related discipline, or equivalent commercial experience.

Personal Attributes

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Self-motivated with a proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload effectively.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Committed to continuous learning and keeping up to date with emerging technologies and relevant legislation.