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PHP Developer

Stoke-on-Trent
1 year ago
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PHP Developer

Permanent

up to £50k

Stoke-on-Trent (Hybrid after probation)

If you possess a wide range of skills, including PHP, OOP, MVC frameworks, and MySQL, and are passionate about making a real impact, then we want to hear from you!

Join us in tackling complex challenges, exploring cutting-edge technologies, and making a significant impact on diverse projects.

Key responsibilities:

  • Utilise your expertise in PHP, version 7+, and Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) to develop and maintain cutting-edge applications.

  • Implement efficient and scalable code using Model-View-Controller (MVC) frameworks.

  • Showcase your strong database knowledge, particularly in MySQL, to effectively manage and optimise data.

  • Contributing to the development of advanced AI algorithms to enhance fraud prevention strategies.

  • Play a pivotal role in creating dynamic risk assessment tools powered by AI technology.

  • Explore possibilities for automation and machine learning to revolutionise our services.

    Desirable skills:

  • Familiarity with version control systems, especially GIT, to streamline collaboration and development workflows.

  • Experience with Docker to facilitate seamless containerisation and deployment of applications.

  • Understating of agile methodologies, enabling adaptability in a fast-paced development environment

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