PHP Developer (Laravel/Vue)

Location: Avon Lake, Ohio, On-site
Employment Type: Full-Time or Part-Time
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

About the Role

Emerge Inc. is looking for a PHP Developer with experience in Laravel and/or Vue.js to join our team. If you’re a developer who enjoys solving problems, streamlining workflows, and leveraging AI to enhance productivity and projects, this is a great opportunity for you.

In this role, you’ll be developing and maintaining web applications for our clients and internal projects, including LorainCounty.com. We encourage innovation and efficiency, and we welcome developers who like to explore AI-powered tools to improve their workflow and enhance the solutions we build.

Key Responsibilities

1. Web Development & Optimization

• Develop, enhance, and maintain web applications using PHP, Laravel, and Vue.js.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.

2. AI & Productivity-Driven Development

• Use AI-powered tools (such as code assistants, automation scripts, or AI-driven analytics) to enhance efficiency in development.
• Explore ways to integrate AI-powered features into projects where it makes sense (e.g., chatbots, recommendation engines, data analysis).
• Stay updated on how AI can assist in improving code quality, debugging, and automation.

3. Collaboration & Problem-Solving

• Work closely with our designers and project managers to implement new features and improve existing ones.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full stack.
• Contribute to technical discussions and help improve development workflows.

4. API Development & Integration

• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless system integration.
• Work with third-party APIs, including AI services where applicable.

5. Frontend & UX Enhancements

• Implement responsive and user-friendly interfaces using Vue.js.
• Ensure a consistent and optimized experience across different devices and browsers.

Qualifications

Experience: 2 years of experience with PHP development, including Laravel

Technical Skills:

• Strong understanding of OOP principles, MVC architecture, and RESTful API development.
• Proficiency in MySQL or PostgreSQL and database optimization.
• Familiarity with Git/GitHub for version control.
• Experience with Docker, AWS, or other cloud-based services (a plus).
• Knowledge of unit testing and debugging best practices.
• Interest in AI-powered development tools and how they can enhance productivity.

Soft Skills:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance bonuses.
• Flexible work environment with remote and hybrid options.
• IRA with company match.
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.
• A small, supportive team where your contributions make a real impact.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Work Location: In person