Senior PHP Web Developer

IRIS Communications [Egy... -
Cairo, Egypt

Senior PHP Web Developer

Freelance / Project

Remote

IRIS Communications [Egypt] -
Cairo, Egyptposted 1 hour ago

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Job Title: Senior PHP Web Developer (Freelance - Contract Based, Long-term)

Location: Cairo, Egypt - Remote

Job Type: Freelancer – Contract Based (long-term)

Company Overview: IRIS COMMUNICATIONS [Egypt] is a forward-thinking Marketing & Advertising consultancy agency that prides itself on delivering top-tier digital experiences.

Position Overview: This role is ideal for a highly skilled and experienced Senior PHP web developer(s) with 5+ years in the field; to join our team on a long-term contract basis, candidates must be proficient in building from scratch/developing and maintaining basic to complex dynamic websites, blogs, mobile applications, web-based applications using their previous extensive experience in open-source platforms such as; Drupal and WordPress platforms (Ecommerce Platforms is a plus). Candidate(s) will work closely with our design and content teams to deliver high-quality, user-friendly web solutions that align with our business goals.

Key Responsibilities:
Development & Maintenance:
- Design, develop, and maintain dynamic websites using Drupal and WordPress.
- Write clean, well-documented, deep understanding and efficient PHP code, MySQL and front-end technologies.
- Customize themes and plugins to meet specific project requirements.
- Implement responsive designs that work seamlessly across different devices.
- Extensive experience in working with/editing and innovating premade UI themes tailored for eCommerce and other dynamic websites.
Technical Expertise:
- Develop custom modules and plugins for both Drupal with Angular.js and WordPress platforms (with decent experience in dealing with various range of plugins).
- Integrate third-party APIs and services to enhance website functionality.
- Ensure websites are optimized for speed, scalability, and security.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to website performance and functionality.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with designers, content creators, and project managers to ensure project success.
- Provide technical guidance and recommendations during project planning and development phases.
- Communicate effectively with clients to understand their needs and provide regular updates on project progress.
Quality Assurance:
- Conduct thorough testing and debugging of websites before deployment.
- Ensure cross-browser compatibility and adherence to web standards.
- Implement SEO best practices to enhance site visibility and rankings.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Web Development, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of experience in PHP web development, with a strong focus on Drupal and WordPress.
Proven experience in building custom themes, plugins, and modules for both platforms.
Strong proficiency in front-end technologies, including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery.
Expertise in MySQL and database management.
Experience with version control systems like Git.
Familiarity with web performance optimization techniques and security best practices.
Excellent problem-solving skills and Proficient in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving code bugs and implementation challenges, both through structured unit testing and quick visual inspections.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred Skills:

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative environment.
Experience with other CMS & ECommerce platforms (e.g., Drupal, WordPress-WooCommerce, Shopify and Magento).
Knowledge of modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React.js, Angular.js).
Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (e.g., Docker, Jenkins).
Experience with RESTful API development and integration.

Legal Obligations:

The accepted candidate(s) will accept to sign on the following official agreements:
Project Contract
Non-Disclosure Agreement (One-Way NDA)
Non-Compete Agreement
Restrictive Covenant Agreement (Non-Solicitation)
Subcontracting Agreement
Service Level Agreement (SLA)
Software Requirements Specification (SRS)
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) Agreement

How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit their most updated versions of the resume, work portfolio, and a brief cover letter outlining their job description-related technical experience. Please include examples of your previous work and references especially those “alive” web projects.