PHP Lead - Enterprise Applications

Job Title: PHP Lead - Enterprise Applications Type: Long Term Contract Location: San Francisco, CA (Hybrid) Experience Required: 8+ Years Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced PHP Lead Developer with strong expertise in enterprise application development, Java, JavaScript, and security best practices. The selected candidate will lead a development team, architect scalable systems, and ensure secure, high-performance delivery of features across the Chipestmate.com platform. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade PHP applications. Architect scalable backend systems using Laravel, Symfony, or similar frameworks. Collaborate with frontend developers working in JavaScript (React, Vue.js) to ensure seamless integration. Work with Java-based microservices or backend components where needed for interoperability. Implement and enforce security best practices across the stack (OWASP, secure coding, data protection). Integrate with third-party APIs, payment gateways, and affiliate networks securely and efficiently. Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability. Manage CI/CD pipelines and cloud deployments (AWS/GCP/Azure). Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and promote engineering excellence. Collaborate with product, QA, and DevOps teams in an Agile environment. Required Skills & Qualifications: 8+ years of experience in PHP development, with a minimum of 2 years in a lead role. Strong proficiency in Laravel, Symfony, or other modern PHP frameworks. Solid experience with Java (Spring Boot or similar) for backend services or integrations. Proficient in JavaScript, especially with frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular. Deep understanding of RESTful APIs, OOP, MVC architecture, and microservices. Strong grasp of application security, including OWASP Top 10, JWT, OAuth2, data encryption, and secure API design. Experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and database performance tuning. Familiarity with Docker, Git, CI/CD tools, and cloud platforms. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in e-commerce, affiliate marketing, or product comparison platforms. Exposure to DevOps, monitoring tools, and infrastructure as code. Knowledge of SEO, caching strategies, and performance optimization. Relevant certifications in PHP, Java, or cloud security. Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.