Php Developer

Description:

Cogent Communications, a global Tier 1 facilities-based ISP, is hiring a PHP Developer to support the design, development, and maintenance of multiple in-house business applications used by Corporate Sales, Operations, Finance, and other departments.

The PHP Developer will work closely with the technical lead and internal stakeholders to gather requirements, build proofs-of-concept, collect feedback, and deliver complete applications. This role will also include maintaining existing PHP and Java applications.

Key Responsibilities

✅ Analyze technology gaps and design solutions to address business needs.
✅ Work with project leads to define sprints and development deliverables.
✅ Collaborate with other developers to ensure efficient, optimized code.
✅ Conduct testing, integration, debugging, and maintenance of software.
✅ Perform requirements analysis and prototype new solutions as needed.
✅ Support and enhance existing applications in operational/maintenance phases.
✅ Develop user interfaces and complete applications from concept to deployment.
✅ Set feature priorities, choose design methodologies, and conduct testing.
✅ Integrate platforms through API development.
✅ Assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides.

Required Skills & Qualifications

✔️ 3+ years of PHP development experience.
✔️ 2+ years of hands-on experience with Laravel Framework.
✔️ 2+ years of MySQL and/or MSSQL experience.
✔️ Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
✔️ Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and object-oriented design.
✔️ Experience with revision control systems.
✔️ Ability to communicate effectively with non-technical users to gather and clarify requirements.
✔️ Strong project structuring skills (UI, API, DB).
✔️ Exceptional ability to write detailed technical documentation.
✔️ Minimum of 2 years of college education in Computer Science or related field.
✔️ Excellent customer service, time management, and organizational skills.

Work Environment

📍 This is a full-time, in-office position.

Compensation & Benefits

💰 Competitive Base Salary plus:
✅ Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
✅ Paid Time Off (PTO)
✅ Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
✅ Life Insurance
✅ Paid Holidays and Parental Leave
✅ 401(k) with Employer Match
✅ Stock Options
✅ Employee Assistance Program

(Most benefits take effect within 30 days of employment; some may require a waiting period.)

COVID-19 Policy

Cogent has a mandatory vaccination and booster policy requiring all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated (including booster). Proof of vaccination or an approved accommodation is required prior to employment.