Senior PHP Developer with Application Support Experience
Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior PHP Developer with 8+ years of web development and application support expertise. This role combines development responsibilities with critical application support duties in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain PHP-based web applications while providing Level 2/3 support for business-critical systems. Key responsibilities include troubleshooting production issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams, monitoring system health, and mentoring junior staff. The position requires extensive experience with PHP frameworks like Laravel, strong database skills, and proficiency in front-end technologies. Located in Sunnyvale, CA, this hybrid role offers an opportunity to work with a dynamic team while maintaining and enhancing critical business applications. The role combines technical expertise with customer support skills, making it ideal for developers who enjoy both building and maintaining complex systems.
Responsibilities For Senior PHP Developer with Application Support Experience
- Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and secure PHP-based web applications
- Provide Level 2/3 support for business-critical applications
- Troubleshoot and resolve production issues quickly and efficiently
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams for issue resolution and system enhancements
- Monitor logs, system health, and performance metrics
- Perform root cause analysis and create documentation
- Assist in release management, patch updates, and system upgrades
- Mentor junior developers and support engineers
Requirements For Senior PHP Developer with Application Support Experience
- 8+ years of experience in PHP (Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, or Core PHP)
- Strong hands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, or other RDBMS
- Proficient in front-end technologies like JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery
- Strong understanding of REST APIs, web services, and system integrations
- Experience in application support, production troubleshooting, and incident handling
- Familiarity with Linux environments, Apache/Nginx servers, and basic shell scripting
- Proficient in using tools like JIRA, Git, ServiceNow, or similar
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
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