Lead Full Stack Developer (PHP)

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Lead Full Stack Developer with expertise in PHP to join our expanding technology team. In this role, you will guide and mentor a team of developers to design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. You will take ownership of the technical direction of product development, leveraging your deep understanding of our platform and service ecosystem to drive architectural decisions and deliver innovative solutions. A proactive and self-driven approach is essential, along with the ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while collaborating effectively with a diverse, cross-functional team. As a technical leader, you will champion the adoption of industry best practices and design patterns, ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and performant software that meets business objectives.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Over 5 years of professional software development experience, with a strong emphasis on PHP.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a lead software engineering or technical leadership role.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, and Angular.
• Demonstrated experience designing and developing web applications and services using AWS technology stack.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git, and automated build and deployment pipelines using CI/CD tools like Bamboo or Jenkins.
• Practical knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
• Experience with Agile and Scrum development methodologies and best practices.
• Strong expertise in application security principles and secure coding practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead and collaborate effectively across diverse teams.
• Comfortable using Jira and Confluence for project tracking and documentation
   

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications using PHP and Angular technologies.
• Collaborate with architects to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions.
• Work closely with product managers, UI/UX designers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality, end-to-end software solutions.
• Ensure timely and efficient development while maintaining high code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Enforce application security standards and integrate secure coding practices throughout the development lifecycle.
• Implement and uphold WCAG 2.1 Level AA web accessibility standards to ensure inclusive user experiences.
• Partner with scrum teams and product owners to guarantee deliverables meet established quality and functional standards.
• Collaborate effectively with QA and DevOps teams to ensure compliance with SDLC processes and smooth software delivery.
• Work cross-functionally with multi-disciplinary teams, including those responsible for application integration.
• Drive and maintain CI/CD pipelines within Agile teams to support continuous, reliable software deployments.
• Conduct thorough code and security reviews to uphold software quality and compliance requirements.
• Optimize application performance and ensure compatibility across various platforms and devices.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive unit tests to verify code functionality and reliability.
• Produce clear, organized technical documentation including specifications, workflows, and procedures.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues, identifying performance bottlenecks and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Continuously evaluate and recommend improvements to platforms, products, and processes to enhance efficiency and business impact.
   

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with authentication and authorization frameworks (OAuth2, JWT).
• Background in DevOps practices and automated testing.
• Prior experience leading distributed or remote teams.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.