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Lead PHP Architect

CrewbloomRemote — South Africa
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Substantial experience in PHP development and architecture, with a strong grasp of frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Zend. In-depth understanding of software design principles, including MVC, microservices, and RESTful APIs. Expertise in relational databases (e.g., MySQL), along with knowledge of caching, load balancing, and performance optimization techniques. Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines. A proven history of leading technical teams and delivering superior software solutions.

About the job

Join our dynamic team as a Lead PHP Architect where you will take charge of designing, architecting, and developing high-performance PHP applications that are scalable and efficient. This pivotal leadership position requires a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight to set best practices, maintain exceptional standards, and lead a skilled development team.

If you're driven by the passion for crafting robust applications and fostering architectural excellence, we want to connect with you!

Key Responsibilities

  • Architect and supervise the development of PHP applications, focusing on scalability, performance, and ease of maintenance.
  • Facilitate technical planning and design discussions, influencing essential technology and architectural choices.
  • Work closely with developers, DevOps, and QA teams to promote and implement best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
  • Ensure applications adhere to strict security and compliance guidelines throughout their development lifecycle.
  • Mentor development teams, conduct code reviews, and provide technical support.
  • Explore and implement emerging technologies to boost functionality, performance, and scalability.

Qualifications

  • Substantial experience in PHP development and architecture, with a strong grasp of frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Zend.
  • In-depth understanding of software design principles, including MVC, microservices, and RESTful APIs.
  • Expertise in relational databases (e.g., MySQL), along with knowledge of caching, load balancing, and performance optimization techniques.
  • Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • A proven history of leading technical teams and delivering superior software solutions.

Preferred Skills

  • Hands-on experience with cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies like Docker.
  • Proficiency in front-end technologies (e.g., Vue.js, React) to aid integrated architectural design.
  • Possession of a PHP Lead Architect certification or equivalent qualifications.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Minimum Requirements for Work Environment:

  • Internet Access:
    • Primary internet connection with a minimum speed of 15 Mbps.
    • Backup internet connection with at least 10 Mbps, capable of supporting work during a power outage.
  • Primary Device:
    • Desktop or laptop with at least: Intel Core i5 (8th generation or newer), Intel Core i3 (10th generation or newer), AMD Ryzen 5, or equivalent processor.

About Crewbloom

Crewbloom is a pioneering company dedicated to delivering exceptional technological solutions and driving innovation across various industries. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work environment that encourages creativity and growth.

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