Senior PHP Developer

Senior PHP (Laravel) Backend Developer

**5 days/week on-site in Markham office**

Frontier is seeking an experienced Senior PHP Developer to join our dynamic IT team. As a PHP Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining server-side applications that power our web and mobile platforms. You will collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to create robust and scalable solutions

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Your role will involve crafting efficient and reusable code, optimizing application performance, and ensuring high availability and security of our backend infrastructure. By leveraging the latest technologies and best practices, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of our user

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The key responsibilities and how you will make an impa

• ct:Develop and maintain server-side code using PHP and related technologi
• es.Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side log
• ic.Optimize application performance, scalability, and securi
• ty.Design and implement APIs for seamless communication between front-end and back-end syste
• ms.Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to application functionality, performance, and securi
• ty.Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to pee
• rs.Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in web developme
• nt.Develop, optimize, and maintain database schemas, queries, and indexing to ensure efficient data storage and retriev
• al.Create and maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and API specifications to facilitate collaboration and future maintenan
• ce.Implement and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and other testing methodologies to ensure code quality and reliabili
• ty.Participate in setting up and managing continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the deployment proce
• ss.Assist project managers in estimating project timelines and deliverables and provide technical insights during project planning and executi

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You are our ideal candidate if you h

• ave:Demonstrated experience working as a PHP Backend Developer or in a similar role, showcasing a strong track record of successful proje
• cts.Strong knowledge of PHP 8 and MySQL, along with proficiency in related frameworks (e.g. Laravel 9+), enabling the development of robust and efficient applicati
• ons.Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services, allowing for seamless integration and communication between different syst
• ems.Led and managed cross-functional teams, providing guidance, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals to drive project success and continuous improvem
• ent.Solid experience with version control systems (e.g. Git), ensuring effective management of code versions and collaboration with team memb
• ers.Proven ability to manage inter-system integrations, facilitating smooth data flow and interoperability between different software platfo
• rms.Solid understanding of database design, architecture and optimization techniq
• ues.Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to det
• ail.Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a productive and cohesive work environm
• ent.Strong verbal and written communication skills to present information to both technical and non-technical users at all levels of the organizat
• ion.Experience with automated testing frameworks: Experience in using PHP Unit or similar testing framewo
• rks.Understanding of security best practices: Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and how to prevent t

hem.
Nice to

• Have:Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Az
• ure).Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScr
• ipt).Understanding of DevOps pract
• ices.Experience with containerization technologies: Knowledge of Docker and Kubern
• etes.Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies: Experience working in an Agile development environ
• ment.Knowledge of modern PHP features and standards: Familiarity with PHP 7/8 features and PSR stand
• ards.Experience with NoSQL databases: Knowledge of databases like MongoDB, Redis,

etc.
Why join us? (Brace your

• self…)We offer competitive compen
• sationExtended Health and Dental Benefits Plan (100% Employer-paid Premiums on eligible ben
• efits)Corporate Goodlife Membership Di
• scountContinuous Learning Assistance Program reimbursing up to $1,500 per calenda
• r yearGroup RRSP (Non-
• match)15 Vacation Days to start and scale to 20 Vacation
• Days.Paid Religious Ho
• lidaysPaid Voluntee
• r DaysFlexibility to help you balance work an
• d lifeSupportive leadership team and Culture Committee that works to maintain a positive c
• ultureCompetitive yet collaborative work envir
• onmentFully stocked snacks, team BBQs and other company paid meals (we love to