Job Description

Back-End PHP Engineer

As part of our continued expansion, we're on the lookout for a skilled Back-End PHP Engineer to join our team who design, implement, maintain, and automate both internal and external applications for our global organization.





The ideal candidate will have a passion for development and delivering exceptional software and has an eye for creative solutions, high quality output and continuous improvement.

The Role

As a Back-End PHP Engineer, you will be responsible for:

Participate in the development of new and existing software applications and features based on company requirements

Act as a technical resource within the team, acting as a point of reference and mentoring others

Ensure quality and security standards are maintained

Perform the testing of new software and features prior to deployment

Maintain updated knowledge of industry trends, making recommendations with Head of Dept & Leadership Team

Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required:

Knowledge and experience of backend PHP and Python development

Comfortable with Object-Oriented Programming and code refactoring

Knowledge and experience with docker and other container technologies

Knowledge of modern development frameworks

Experience with JavaScript and front-end development (HTML, CSS)

Experience with change management in a corporate environment (GIT)

Excellent troubleshooting skills with proven problem-solving ability

Very Comfortable with Linux environments




Desired:


Knowledge of Reactive front-end development (vue.js) Experience with CI/CD platforms (GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible)




Profile fit:


Collaborates with the team, in a positive manner, contributing to wider department and organisational success

Proactively shares ideas and knowledge throughout the team

A self-starter attitude with the ability to work independently with a strong focus for learning and a passion for self-development

Actively listens to requirements and transforms them into solutions

Our Company

We're an independent, international business on a mission to discover and deliver innovative technologies to enhance our market-leading connectivity, data center, cloud and cybersecurity solutions.



Our USP is having a world-class global network and reputation to match. Our agility continues to be the key to our success in being a big player in the technology sector, supported by our bespoke, personalized and exceptional customer service. We constantly achieve ambitious goals by delivering cutting-edge solutions that give us, and our clients, a competitive lead. Right now, we have data centers and points of presence in more than 60 locations across the globe, with additional locations being added monthly.



Established over 20 years ago by visionary entrepreneurs with a passion for boutique customer service, these values continue to drive Continent 8 today. We have a solid foundation, a stellar back story, and an even brighter future.