PHP Programmer/Analyst

Job Title: PHP Programmer/Analyst

Location: Jamaica, NY (Only Locals) (Hybrid)

Job Type: 12 Months Contract

JOB SUMMARY:

Work with current developers and business partners to preform requirements gathering, plan and execute a migration of ColdFusion applications to a new AWS hosted platform running PHP/Python. Implementation and testing of security patches and vulnerability remediations and incident response when necessary. Provide documentation and participate in code reviews, planning sessions and routine status stand-ups.

CRITICAL KEY REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience in team-development of data-driven Web Applications utilizing PHP/Python.

• Ability to develop high-quality code, expert at solving complex problems, and advise on design issues.

• Experience in investigating, analyzing, designing, developing, and evaluating procedures and requirements for enterprise's IT systems.

• Knowledge and understanding of Redhat Linux Operating Systems as well as Oracle Databases from the perspective of application support. Ability to write bash scripts to automate tasks in Linux.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIRED:

• PHP

• Python

• SQL (Structured Query Language), PL/SQL

• Linux scripting in bash

• Git

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor degree in Computer Science or a related field (or combined with related experience) • Understanding of HTML, JavaScript and CSS • Ability to communicate and work well with others • Ability to handle a fast-paced work environment, deadlines and new challenges • Knowledge of SEO coding best practices is a plus • Experience in web application development with minimum 2 years' experience Drupal programming experience

• Knowledge and/or advanced level PHP5, MySQL and HTML/CSS/AJAX/ JavaScript Knowledge and/or advanced experience with Drupal architecture, best practices, and coding standards

• Experience with object-oriented design and data modeling • Familiarity with user experience design principles and processes • Experience with third-party applications/tools and integration • Knowledge of web application security considerations • Working knowledge of Web servers (Apache, IIS) • Experience with source/version control systems

• Excellent verbal/written communication skills and strong time management and analytical/problem solving abilities. Experience with Java or C/C desired

• Social media or user generated content experience highly desired

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Experience building large-scale web sites and applications • Accomplished at collaborating with cross-functional teams • Ability to develop high-quality code, expert at solving complex problems, and advise on design issues.

• Understanding of the how develop successful online customer experiences • Solid understanding of AJAX, HTML, JavaScript and CSS • Understand key server-side web development concepts through experiences • Interpreting graphic visual or interaction designs in HTML, CSS and JavaScript Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement custom modules in PHP/Drupal, Python

• Participate in daily meetings and regular planning and review sessions. Interact with cross-functional teams to ensure complete delivery of web applications.

• Provide documentation and participate in code reviews, planning sessions and routine status stand-ups.

• Provide accurate level-of-effort time estimates and provide recommendations for feature prioritization

• Assist in release/deployment planning and execution activities • Create visually appealing web pages and interfaces • Create, edit or modify templates for CMS or web development frameworks • Test cross-browser, cross-platform, and/or cross-device compatibility • Test for compliance to standards, such as accessibility, in the clients' region or domain • Conduct observational user testing and review designs against usability heuristics

RELATED SKILLS NEEDED:

• Experience working with network administrators, server administrators, and security / firewall administrators to troubleshoot application issues.

• Knowledge of web application security considerations

• Experience working in a high security environment housing sensitive data.

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

• Experience and knowledge of working with PCI regulations.

• Knowledge of ColdFusion

• Experience with JIRA and working in either KANBAN or SCRUM teams

• Experience with Financial Application Development and/or Payment Processing

• Experience deploying applications in AWS