The Role
We are seeking a skilled PHP Developer to join our team and support the development of scalable, high-performance web platforms. The ideal candidate will work across multiple technologies, primarily PHP, WordPress, and Laravel, while collaborating on services and integrations built using Node.js and Python.
Key Activities:
- Develop, maintain, and optimize WordPress websites, including custom themes and plugins.
- Build and maintain Laravel-based back-end systems, APIs, and background jobs.
- Design and implement responsive front-end components using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Develop and integrate services using Node.js and Python where required.
- Work with RESTful APIs and third-party integrations across multiple systems.
- Manage and optimize MySQL databases, including large datasets.
- Implement caching, performance optimization, and security best practices.
- Ensure applications meet SEO, performance, and availability standards.
- Monitor applications to ensure uptime, fast load times, and system reliability.
- Debug issues, respond to errors, and troubleshoot production problems.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including product, design, and DevOps.
Ideal candidate skills:
- Strong proficiency in PHP and back-end development.
- Solid experience with WordPress core, custom themes, and plugin development.
- Hands-on experience with Laravel framework.
- Working knowledge of Node.js for APIs, services, or integrations.
- Working knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, or back-end services.
- Good understanding of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
- Experience working with RESTful APIs and data formats (JSON, XML).
- Strong knowledge of MySQL and database optimization.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git, SVN, Mercurial).
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Comfortable translating business requirements into technical solutions.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on performance, security, and scalability.
The Company
28 Lightbulbs is a technology-driven platform serving the architecture and interior design community across the Middle East and beyond. We connect brands and professionals through curated content, digital tools, and industry insights, creating opportunities for growth and collaboration. Our brands include Love That Design (www.lovethatdesign.com) and .STUDIO (https://get.lovethatdesign.studio).
To apply for this role please send an email to [email protected] referencing this role.