PHP Developer

Company: Planet Education Networks (PEN) Job Title: PHP Developer Location: ON-SITE, Canary Wharf, London Salary: £35K - £50K (Depending on experience and qualification) Employment: Full Time, Monday to Friday (No sponsorships available) About Planet Education Networks (PEN): Planet Education Networks (PEN) is a dynamic and innovative organisation dedicated to revolutionising education through technology. We are committed to providing comprehensive solutions and platforms that empower educational institutions worldwide. With a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from student recruitment systems to global-scale e-learning platforms, PEN is at the forefront of shaping the future of education. Job Description: As a PHP Developer at Planet Education Networks (PEN), you will play a pivotal role in the development and enhancement of our diverse range of in-house solutions and projects, especially our Student Management System. This role requires a deep understanding of core PHP (Functional Programming), JavaScript, and strong communication skills. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain functionality for our Student Management System, which handles the complete student journey from admission and registration to communication and reports. Develop and maintain features for multiple management portals. Optimising existing codebase, SQL queries and extensive reporting modules. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and prioritise tasks effectively. Conduct code reviews, implement best practices, and ensure adherence to coding standards and quality guidelines. Mentor and train colleagues, sharing knowledge and expertise to promote skill development and professional growth within the team. Requirements: Proven experience in software development, with a strong focus on PHP and JavaScript technologies. Knowledge of system architectures, design patterns, and best practices for building scalable and maintainable software solutions. Hands-on experience working on medium or large scale production applications, with a track record of successful implementations and stakeholder satisfaction. Experience working on an existing, mature, vanilla PHP application written with functional programming. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders at all levels. Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools such as Jira or Trello. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Nice to Have: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Experience with a modern PHP framework (Laravel, Symfony, etc.). Experience with a modern JS framework (React, Vue.js, etc.). Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (Docker, Kubernetes, etc.). Familiarity with CI/CD tools (CircleCI, Jenkins, etc.). Benefits: Private medical (health) insurance Annual leave (5.6 weeks), including bank holidays. Workplace pension scheme. Statutory Sick Pay. Statutory maternity/paternity pays. Career development opportunities Training and self-development opportunities. Gym membership discounts Retail discount schemes Cinema discounts Grocery discounts Cycle to work Investing and savings opportunities Financial wellbeing – personal debt advice. Financial wellbeing education My Mind Pal (mental fitness) Join us at Planet Education Networks (PEN) and be part of a passionate team dedicated to transforming education through technology. Apply now to embark on an exciting journey of innovation and impact