Candidates Only From Connecticut Will Be Considered : We are searching for someone based in Connecticut to work in our Madison CT office. This is not a remote position.
Applicants completing the Skills Tests will be highly considered.
Our growing company is searching for two Backend Web Developers to be responsible for the coding and programming of our many back-end applications. These applications have been built and developed over many years and, as such, contain a lot of legacy code that you will need to have experience with. PHP, MySQL, HTML, and Javascript knowledge is a requirement. Some of the applications have been updated to the Symfony framework, so framework experience is a plus.
The Backend Web Developer's responsibilities will include building application websites from concept to completion. However, the immediate need will be to manage the older code built over the years for multiple applications. The current developers will be available to help get you up to speed.
You are working in a team environment with other professionals in our Madison CT office. You MUST be able to work in Madison CT. Applicants from other states or countries will not be considered. There is no travel required for this position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay Benefits: Flexible schedule, paid time off.
Education: Associates degree or higher.
Responsibilities:
- Write well-designed, testable, efficient code by using best software development practices.
- Be able to read through and work with an existing code base that is older, primarily be able to read and decipher existing programming.
- Integrate data from various back-end services and databases.
- Gather and refine specifications and requirements based on technical needs.
- Create and maintain software documentation.
- Be responsible for maintaining, expanding, and scaling the applications.
- Stay plugged into emerging technologies/industry trends and apply them to operations and activities.
- Cooperate with our in-house web designers to match visual design intent.
Skills:
- You must have 5+ years experience with the following programming languages/services: PHP, MySQL, Javascript. Full Stack experience is desired.
- A working knowledge of Symfony.
- Experience with GIThub is a plus.
- An in-depth knowledge of modern HTML/CSS is a plus. Twig knowledge is also beneficial.
- Extensive knowledge of relational database systems (primarily MySQL), Object Oriented Programming and web application development.
- Aggressive problem diagnosis and creative problem-solving skills. Ability to track down code issues and fix.
- Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets with business acumen.
- Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly, and master diverse web technologies and techniques.
- Only applicants within driving distance need apply. We are not looking for freelance or remote workers. We believe in office synergy to accomplish our goals.
Overview:
Build Your Firm is a digital marketing company that started in 2003. We are privately held and work with small businesses throughout the US. We are highly respected within our industry, work hard and play hard. We are results oriented and expect our clients and employees to have a balanced lifestyle.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Experience level:
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Do you currently live in Connecticut?
Experience:
- Back-end development: 5 years (Required)
- MySQL or similar: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Madison, CT 06443 (Required)
Work Location: In person