PHP Technical Lead

We are looking for an experienced PHP Technical Lead to guide the technical direction of our 12-month project. You will be the primary technical authority, responsible for high-level architecture, code quality, team mentoring, and ensuring the performance, security, and scalability of the PHP-based application.

Key Responsibilities:

·      Define and maintain the overall application architecture and technical standards.

·      Provide technical leadership and guidance to the Mid-Level Developers.

·      Conduct thorough code reviews, enforce best practices, and provide constructive feedback.

·      Mentor team members to help them grow technically.

·      Take ownership of application security, identifying and mitigating potential risks.

·      Optimize application performance, from database queries to server configuration.

·      Collaborate with project management to plan technical tasks and manage dependencies.

·      Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in PHP and web development to inform future decisions.

Requirements:

·      7+ years of professional experience in software development, with a strong focus on PHP.

·      Proven experience in technical leadership and team mentorship.

·      Deep expertise in PHP architecture patterns and best practices.

·      Hands-on experience with large-scale PHP applications and complex systems.

·      Expert-level knowledge of security principles and performance optimization techniques.

·      Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.