Full-Stack PHP Developer

Our client is looking for a skilled, innovative PHP & JavaScript Developer with deep Nuxt/Vue.js expertise to join their fast-growing FinTech Dev team. 

This isn’t just about writing code. They need a problem-solver, a collaborator, and a builder- someone who thrives in dynamic environments, understands high-volume, mission-critical applications, and is passionate about delivering clean, efficient, and secure user experiences.

Salary offered: Market related and dependent on experinece (negotiable)

Context

• Work within an agile Scrum environment, partnering closely with product owners, software developers, and QA teams. 
• Lead backend development using PHP (SlimPHP framework) for APIs and core business logic, while supporting frontend development using Vue.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+). 
• Operate in a cloud-based environment leveraging AWS services (EC2, RDS, Lambda), with databases including SQL Server, MySQL, and MongoDB. 
• Support real-time features and communications through technologies like Pusher and Websockets. 
• Help maintain and evolve a platform critical to property and accounting management used by thousands daily.

What you bring

• Expert-level proficiency in PHP, especially with frameworks such as SlimPHP, focusing on scalable, clean, and secure backend services. 
• Strong experience with JavaScript and Vue.js for frontend development, including ecosystem tools like Vue CLI, Pinia, Vue Router, and Nuxt.js. 
• Skilled in frontend UI design fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, and responsive design. 
• Solid understanding of database design and interaction with SQL and NoSQL systems (MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB). 
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs, integrating frontend and backend components efficiently. 
• Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, serverless functions (Lambda), and web server environments (IIS, Apache). 
• Ability to write efficient, maintainable, and secure code across the full stack. 
• Agile, collaborative, and communicative team player who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments. 
• Proactive in staying updated on development trends, security best practices, and emerging technologies.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of professional experience in PHP & JavaScript development with a strong focus on Vue.js. 
• Proven track record building scalable, user-facing web and mobile applications in high-volume, multi-user environments. 
• Deep knowledge of modern JavaScript (ES6+), Vue.js ecosystem (Vue CLI, Pinia, Vue Router, Nuxt.js), and UI design principles. 
• Comfortable working with SQL and NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, and backend frameworks like SlimPHP. 
• Experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, RDS, Lambda), CI/CD pipelines, and real-time communication technologies (Pusher, Websockets). 
• Skilled at writing clean, efficient, secure, and well-documented code. 
• Agile mindset with strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams. 
• Proactive learner who stays updated on latest security and development best practices. 
• Able to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments supporting always-on, mission-critical platforms.