Lead PHP Developer
Description For Lead PHP Developer
Datassential, a leading global food and beverage intelligence platform headquartered in Chicago, is seeking a Lead PHP Developer to join their remote-first team. The company, which serves over 90% of the largest global brands in the food & beverage ecosystem, recently received investment from top-tier private equity firms to accelerate their product roadmap. The role offers an opportunity to work with modern technologies including Laravel, AWS, and containerization tools while developing and maintaining critical web applications. The ideal candidate will lead major initiatives, drive technology improvements, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The position offers competitive compensation ($130K-$140K), comprehensive benefits, and a flexible work environment. The company celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive culture where all perspectives are valued. This role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, making it perfect for experienced PHP developers looking to make a significant impact in the food tech industry.
Responsibilities For Lead PHP Developer
- Write clean, scalable, and efficient PHP code following best practices
- Develop and maintain web applications using PHP frameworks (Yii, Yii2, Laravel)
- Collaborate with team members to define project requirements
- Develop APIs and integrate third-party services
- Ensure software quality through testing and debugging
- Optimize application performance, scalability, and security
- Participate in code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions
- Troubleshoot and maintain core product
- Provide technical support and resolve application issues
Requirements For Lead PHP Developer
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related field
- 7+ years of professional experience in PHP development
- Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Proficient in PHP and frameworks (Laravel, Yii, Yii2)
- Strong understanding of OOP concepts and SOLID principles
- Experience in designing RESTful APIs and microservices
- Experience with RDBMS and NoSQL databases
- Experience in AWS Services
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines
- Knowledge of version control systems
Benefits For Lead PHP Developer
- Competitive salary and annual bonus eligibility
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401K with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 5%
- Unlimited PTO, recharge days, and Christmas through New Year break
- Remote Stipend (non-Chicago residents)
- Wellness Reimbursement or HQ Gym access
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