Lead PHP Developer

Currently, we are looking for a Lead PHP Developer to strengthen our team and co-develop an application for our international client specializing in creating products dedicated to cybersecurity. Together, we will develop a European solution for managing passwords and login data, primarily aimed at small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The goal of this tool is to enhance security and ensure compliance with European Union data protection regulations.

We are establishing an R&D team in Wrocław and are looking for individuals eager to develop innovative solutions (hybrid work).

The project is based on developing a web app and includes the following technology stack: JavaScript, React, HTML, CSS, Node.js, PHP, Laravel, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redux, GraphQL, MongoDB, Firebase, Azure (Azure App Services, Azure, SQL Database, Azure Functions, and Azure Active Directory), Docker, CI/CD.

In Short

🌎 Hybrid work (three days of work from the office in Wroclaw)

💰 160-180 PLN/h

☑️ B2B contract

Your Daily Missions

• Leading the full software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals.
• Collaborating closely with cross-functional R&D teams and product management to align development priorities with business strategy.
• Designing and implementing high-level software architecture that supports scalability and maintainability.
• Developing robust server-side applications using PHP with Laravel framework.
• Designing, implementing, and consuming RESTful and GraphQL APIs for seamless data integration and handling.
• Creating, optimizing, and maintaining database schemas in PostgreSQL and MySQL, with exposure to NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Firebase.
• Managing and deploying applications on Azure using Docker, while establishing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines for efficient development and deployment workflows.
• Implementing testing strategies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end tests using tools like Jest, Mocha, and Cypress.
• Ensuring secure coding practices to ensure applications are resistant to security threats.

The Essentials We’re Seeking

• Min. 8 years of experience (including at least 5 years in programming and at least 3 years in a leadership position).
• Strong project management skills to oversee development timelines and resource allocation.
• Excellent at architectural design, capable of making high-level design decisions that align with business goals.
• Solid foundation in PHP with a proven track record in delivering full stack applications.
• Skilled in building and integrating RESTful and GraphQL APIs, and understand secure authentication methods like OAuth and JWT.
• Proficient with both relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL options (MongoDB, Firebase).
• Comfortable with Azure services and experience with containerization and continuous deployment.
• Skilled in CI/CD tools and maintaining high code quality through automated testing and review processes.
• Familiar with automated testing for code reliability and quality assurance.
• Fluency in English (minimum B2 level) – as we work in an international environment.
• Experience working based on the SCRUM methodology.

Nice to haves:

Experience with React or other frontend framework.

Reasons Why You Would Enjoy Working With Us

• We work in the latest technologies and with international clients, and our projects are polished from < to /> - learn about some of the projects we have completed.
• We organize TechTalks, meet-ups and create guilds where we exchange knowledge - you can learn a lot from your teammates.
• We have a close-knit team and we make sure to have regular integrations - we often go out to celebrate together.
• You can adjust your working hours to suit your needs, starting your day between 7:00 and 10:00 am.
• You can work with great specialists in their fields who also have a sense of humor and other after-hours hobbies. It is the people who create the unique atmosphere and relaxed atmosphere at CSHARK.
• We have a flat structure - we are not a corporation and don't want to be one 🙃.
• We offer bonuses for employee referrals (from 3000 PLN to 7000 PLN).
• We organize remote English classes and provide access to the company library. You can also become an author/author of articles published on our technical blog - https://cshark.com/blog/.