PHP Software Developer

Job Description:

Overview

Lynker Corporation is a leading provider of innovative solutions in weather and climate science. With a commitment to excellence and a passion for innovation, Lynker leverages cutting-edge technologies and scientific expertise to support the creation and delivery of improved operational weather forecasts.
 
Lynker Technologies has an opening for PHP Developer position supporting a contract with NOAA's Greater Atlantic Regional Fisheries Office (GARFO) performing Information Technology Services.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance web-based applications using PHP 7 and modern frameworks such as CodeIgniter 4.

• Write, optimize, and troubleshoot SQL scripts and queries for Oracle and PostgreSQL databases.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and implement user-friendly, secure, and scalable solutions.

• Integrate applications with APIs and services using JSON, OpenID, and OIDC protocols.

• Manage code versions and collaborate in a shared development environment using Git and GitHub.

• Deploy and support applications in a Linux-based environment, utilizing command-line tools for setup and maintenance.

• Contribute to cloud-based development initiatives within AWS, ensuring performance, security, and reliability standards are met.

• Participate in Agile development processes, including sprint planning, code reviews, and daily stand-ups.

Qualifications

The PHP Developer selected should have the following:

• 3+ years of professional PHP development experience, with strong PHP 7 skills
• 3+ years of creating SQL scripts

The Ideal PHP Developer will also have the following:

• Experience using Oracle SQL, PostgreSQL, Cloud AWS Environment, JSON, Linux, GitHub, Command-Line Git, CodeIgnitor 4, OpenID, and OIDC

About Lynker

Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.

We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.

Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
• Employee Referral Program
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee

Lynker is an E-Verify employer.

Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local laws.