Senior PHP Software Engineer, Enterprise Corrections - Courts & Justice

Tyler Technologies
Plano, TX, United States
3 months ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Clean Code Principles JavaScript (Programming Language) PHP (Programming Language) Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) Amazon Web Services Automation of Tests Microsoft Azure Cloud Computing Software Quality Code Review Continuous Delivery Relational Databases
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MySQL Node.Js Software Engineering Web Services Workflow Management Systems Google Cloud Test-Driven Development (TDD) ReactJS Database Optimization Technical Debt AngularJS Kubernetes Information Technology Software Coding Docker Programming Languages

Job description

  • Develop and maintain features for Corrections Solutions products with a focus on security, performance, and testing.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering to ensure quality in a fast-paced, agile environment.
  • Write clean, maintainable code, and conduct thorough code reviews.
  • Automate and improve build and deployment processes to enhance efficiency and reliability.
  • Design and integrate Web Services/APIs as part of product development.
  • Work with relational databases (e.g., MySQL) to develop, optimize, and maintain data-driven features.
  • Identify technical debt and implement solutions to improve team productivity.
  • Confidently deliver features with minimal guidance and support larger projects.
  • Participate in on-call rotations to troubleshoot product, security, and urgent engineering issues.
  • Create and maintain documentation for recurring issues, knowledge transfer and standard procedures.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, and frameworks like React and Angular.
  • Adaptability to work across various languages and technologies as needed.
  • Emphasis on coding standards, maintainability, and code quality.
  • Familiarity with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud technologies or willingness to learn.
  • Mindset for continuous improvement, including test-driven development, automated testing, and continuous deployment.
  • Collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving and solution delivery., * 5+ years of software development experience with PHP, MySQL, JavaScript, React, Angular or other programming languages.
  • Proficiency in relational databases like MySQL, including designing, querying, and optimizing database schemas.
  • Experience with cloud orchestration tools and cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Proven ability to prioritize and deliver in an Agile environment.
  • BS/BA in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice to have:

  • Experience with Node.js
  • Familiarity with Web Services, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, and experience with automating build and deployment processes.

About the company

Do you believe in the power of technology to transform lives and create a better world? Are you driven by a deep passion for social impact, eager to make a difference for individuals seeking a second chance at life? If so, we invite you to join our elite and mission-driven team working together to change incarceration in America and create a brighter future for those who need it most.

Tyler Technologies is a leading technology company specializing in developing innovative software solutions for the public sector. We are currently seeking a talented and motivated Software Engineer to join our dynamic development team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to the growth and success of our organization.

If you love technology, creating software, solving challenges across multiple projects in innovative ways, and you want to join a team of similar minded and similar caliber individuals, then we want to talk!, Great Place to Work & Grow Your Career

Come join us as we transform the public sector! Our mission, vision, and values guide everything we do. We’re also frequently recognized as a great workplace locally and nationally. See our many awards and accolades. Taking Care of You & Your Family

Your health and well-being are important to us. That’s why we invest in our team members by offering competitive benefits to support their health and financial wellness. Learn more about how we care for our people.

Tyler is subject to regulations, guidelines, and/or client requirements relating to the qualifications of Tyler personnel performing certain client work. Because of the nature of this position, it is a requirement that the candidate can successfully pass a federal background check at the time an offer is extended and over the course of employment with Tyler.

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