Principal PHP/Phalcon Software Engineer

As a Principal PHP/Phalcon Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining API applications using the Phalcon PHP framework. You will work closely with the development team to create efficient and scalable API solutions that meet the project’s requirements and quality standards., * Develop API applications using the Phalcon PHP framework, ensuring high performance and security.

• Continuously monitor and optimize the application for speed, scalability, and efficiency.
• Create technical documentation, including code comments, project documentation, and knowledge transfer materials.
• Write clean, well-structured, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Conduct unit testing, identify and resolve bugs, and perform debugging to ensure the reliability and stability of the application.
• Design and implement database schemas, interact with databases using Phalcon’s ORM, and optimize database queries for performance.
• Use version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage code repositories and collaborate effectively with team members.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including 3rd party integration developers, front-end developers, and project managers, to deliver high-quality API applications.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 10+ years relevant software engineering experience.
• Proven experience as a Phalcon Developer or PHP developer with a strong willingness to learn Phalcon.
• Proficiency in PHP, PostgreSQL or other relational databases, and basic knowledge of web development technologies (JavaScript and Angular).
• Familiarity with MVC (Model-View-Controller) architecture and Phalcon’s MVC framework.
• Familiarity with Microservices architecture.
• Experience with RESTful API development and consumption.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices.
• Understanding of continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet project deadlines.

It’s a bonus if you have

• Experience with additional PHP frameworks (e.g. Laravel, Symfony) is a plus.
• Experience with web development frameworks (e.g. Angular, React) is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing online payment systems at scale, with a comprehensive understanding of high-volume payment processing workflows and technologies.

Worldpay is dedicated to offering individuals rewarding career opportunities and competitive compensation. For this full-time position, the good faith estimated annual salary range upon hire is $150,300.00-$226,950.00. This range reflects what we reasonably expect to offer based on the role’s responsibilities, level, and geographic location. The actual starting salary will be determined by a candidate’s experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Please note that changes in work location may impact the final offered salary. We encourage you to consult with your recruiter to confirm the budget for your location and to better understand the applicable pay scale.

At Payrix, we are a global team of passionate Client Facing, Financial Services and Technology experts. We provide vertical software companies with an all-in-one platform and white-glove implementation approach to capitalize on the opportunities for growth, innovation, and transformation within embedded payments.

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