PHP Developer

Have you ever taken an especially memorable elevator ride?

Maybe it was an elegant glass lift or a minimalist stainless-steel rocket.

Perhaps it gave you a positive first impression of a company or a lasting image of a special building.

Chances are that the elevator had an elegant interior, stylish and well-built buttons and fixtures. You may not have noticed them – we understand – but once you’ve worked with us, you will notice them everywhere you go.

We are MAD Elevator and we’re looking for a PHP Developer to join our growing team. Could that be you?

Our New PHP Developer:

MAD Elevator is at the forefront of integrating advanced digital solutions into the elevator industry. We are headquartered in Mississauga, ON where our factory produces innovative elevator fixtures, interiors, and digital technology products designed to complement a variety of our elevator interiors.

As a PHP Developer, you will be responsible for backend development of our apps and online store, ensuring seamless integration between frontend components and backend data services, while working with other software developers. You will be a key problem-solver who thrives on optimizing performance and designing scalable systems. The best PHP Developers are proficient in writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. They are proactive and self-driven; always eager to learn and able to troubleshoot complex backend issues.

You should have in-depth expertise knowledge of PHP, strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, self-driven to learn, and be proactive. You should also have exceptional communication skills, and keen interest in staying informed regarding industry trends and technology.

Working @ MAD

We have a big vision – MAD Elevator is one of Canada’s fastest growing companies. We pride ourselves on our innovation, where our team is empowered to think creatively. At MAD, we have an entrepreneurial environment that challenges the status quo – very little bureaucracy and lots of autonomy to make great decisions.

Here at MAD Elevator, we are committed to fostering a workplace that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. Our feature in Globe and Mail - ROB Magazine’s Top Growing Companies underscores our sustained growth and innovation within the elevator industry, reflecting our team’s dedication and our ongoing investment in excellence and cutting-edge solutions.

Qualifications and Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
At least 10 years’ experience of professional PHP development experience
Expert-level knowledge of PHP 7.x/8.x and object-oriented programming (OOP)
Strong experience with PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony, Yii, CodeIgniter, or CakePHP)
Proficiency in MySQL/PostgreSQL and query optimization techniques
Experience working with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis) an asset
Strong knowledge of front-end technologies (JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, HTML5, CSS3)
Expertise in building and consuming RESTful APIs
Deep understanding of scalable application architecture and design patterns (MVC, SOLID, CQRS, DDD)
Experience with DevOps tools (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines)
Proficiency in code versioning tools (Git, SVN, Mercurial)
Understanding of security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and protection against common exploits
Ability to manage projects
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:

Experience as a full-stack PHP developer with cloud computing knowledge (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
Expert with TypeScript (or JavaScript) and C#
Expert with React, HTML5, and CSS3
Expert with SQL databases like Postgres, MySQL and MSSQL
Experience with PHPUnit, Pest, or other automated testing tools
Experience in source code management and branching techniques (Git preferred)
Experience with event-driven architectures and microservices
Demonstrated ability to architect scalable systems and troubleshoot complex production issues.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with deployment practices for PHP apps (e.g., Envoyer, Forge, GitHub Actions)
Responsibilities, Skills, and Competencies:

Develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and reusable PHP modules.
Troubleshoot complex backend issues, optimize queries, and enhance performance.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand requirements and implement solutions within existing architecture.
Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable PHP code following best practices.
Design RESTful APIs and microservices architecture for seamless system communication.
Manage multiple data sources and databases, ensuring data consistency.
Conduct peer code reviews and enforce coding standards.
Maintain awareness of relevant PHP ecosystem updates and incorporate them when beneficial.
Architect and Maintain CI/CD pipelines for existing projects.
Stay up to date with the latest PHP frameworks, database technologies, and security best practices.
Ensure adherence to Health and Safety as well as active participation in 5S activities in work area.
This position is fully remote or the option to work in office. Our office location is Mississauga, Ontario. Hours are typically 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

MAD offers a competitive base salary, profit share, group benefits, RRSPs and growth opportunities.

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Due to the number of responses, only qualified candidates who meet the requirements of the job will be selected for an interview.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Accommodations can be made available to applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.

If you require accommodation in applying for a posting, please contact Human Resources.