Remote Team Lead

Summary

Join our dynamic team as a PHP Team Lead! This full-time, remote position requires 4-6 years of experience leading PHP development teams and building high-quality software solutions. You will oversee development processes, manage resources, and mentor junior developers. Expertise in WordPress, custom plugin/theme development, and automation techniques is essential. Strong communication and collaboration skills are crucial for interacting with various teams and stakeholders. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree in a related field and a proven track record of successful project delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• 4-6 years of experience in PHP development, with a strong understanding of PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter
• Strong knowledge in PHP, OOP, MySQL, MongoDB, AJAX, CSS, HTML/ XHTML standards, CSS, JavaScript (including JSON) , JQuery, NodeJS, Python, Prototype & Document Object Model Linux, Web Services, Apache, MVC, Code Igniter and Cake PHP Frameworks
• Proven experience in leading and managing a team of developers
• Proven experience in planning, execution, and implementation of high-quality software applications
• Experience with creating REST APIs
• Passion for exploring new technology, proactively identifying new opportunities and areas for improvement, and staying up to date with new technology
• Past experience in developing custom PHP applications with complex modules and integrations
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies
• Proficiency in database design MySQL and MongoDB, with experience working with document-oriented databases
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think critically
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Experience with version control system

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of at-least 6 PHP Developers
• Lead a team of PHP developers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality software solutions
• Proper resource management and task allocation within the team
• Establishing ways for team members to complete their tasks
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Architect, design, and develop scalable and maintainable PHP applications, with a focus on WordPress customization, including custom plugins and theme development
• Understand the requirements and have a solution based approach to issues
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers, fostering their growth and development
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices
• Troubleshoot and debug issues as they arise, ensuring the smooth functioning of applications
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies, advocating for their adoption when appropriate, especially in the realm of WordPress development and automation
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including UI/UX designers and QA engineers, to ensure seamless integration of components
• Participate in Agile development methodologies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Passion for technology and a desire to stay updated with the latest advancements in the field