Cogent Communications - Addison, TX

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Addison, TX
Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services

About the position

Cogent Communications is seeking a PHP Developer to join our team in Addison, TX. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, development, and maintenance of various in-house business applications that support our Corporate Sales, Operations, and Finance departments, among others. This position will involve working closely with application stakeholders to gather requirements, produce proofs-of-concept, and implement applications under the guidance of a technical lead. The developer will also be responsible for maintaining existing PHP and Java applications, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the business. In this role, the PHP Developer will analyze technology and capability gaps, research, develop, and deploy software solutions that enhance operational efficiency. The developer will collaborate with project leads to define sprints and deliverables, ensuring that projects are completed on time and to specification. Responsibilities will include conducting integration tests, debugging, and performing software maintenance activities. The developer will also be tasked with coding, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software, as well as developing user interfaces and applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life cycle. Additionally, the PHP Developer will integrate platforms leveraging APIs and assist in creating technical documentation and user guides to support the developed software. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze technology/capability gaps, research, develop, and deploy software solutions
  • Work with project leads to define sprints and associated deliverables
  • Collaborate with other developers to design and optimize code
  • Conduct integration, test, bug fixes, and other software maintenance activities
  • Perform requirements analysis and proof of concept or prototyping as needed for engineering and design of corporate applications
  • Support applications in O&M status by providing enhancements and bug fixes as needed
  • Code, test, and debug new software or enhancements to existing software
  • Develop user interfaces and applications by setting expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life cycle
  • Determine design methodologies and tool sets, complete programming using languages and software products, and design and conduct tests
  • Integrate platforms leveraging APIs
  • Assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides in support of developed software

Requirements

  • 3+ years of PHP web development experience
  • 2+ years of experience with the Laravel Framework
  • 2+ years of full-time experience with MySQL and/or MSSQL
  • Proficiency with HTML/CSS/JavaScript
  • Experience in all phases of SDLC, OO analysis and design, and revision control systems
  • Ability to converse with end-users, gather requirements, and provide feedback in plain non-technical English
  • Ability to structure a software project (UI / API / DB)
  • Ability to write clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation
  • At least 2 years of Computer Science college education or similar studies
  • Outstanding customer service and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills
  • Capable of writing and presenting detailed documentation

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) plan with employer match
  • Stock options
  • Employee Assistance Program
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