Cogent Communications - Atlanta, GA
posted about 1 month ago
Cogent Communications is seeking a PHP Developer to join our team in Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the design, development, and maintenance of several in-house business applications that support various departments including Corporate Sales, Operations, and Finance. This position requires collaboration with application stakeholders to gather requirements, produce proofs-of-concept, and implement applications effectively. Under the guidance of a technical lead, the PHP Developer will also assist in maintaining existing PHP and Java applications, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the business. The PHP Developer will be responsible for analyzing technology and capability gaps, researching, developing, and deploying software solutions. This includes working with project leads to define sprints and deliverables, collaborating with other developers to optimize code, and conducting integration tests and bug fixes. The role also involves performing requirements analysis, supporting applications in operational and maintenance status, and coding, testing, and debugging new software or enhancements to existing software. The developer will be expected to create user interfaces and applications, set expectations and feature priorities throughout the development life cycle, and assist in the creation of technical documentation and user guides to support the developed software. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in PHP web development, particularly with experience in the Laravel framework, and a solid understanding of database management with MySQL or MSSQL. The ability to communicate effectively with end-users and provide clear documentation is essential for success in this role.