PHP Developer | Onsite Hiring

3h ago

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Job Overview

Contour Software has an opening for a Senior PHP Developer based in Lahore & Karachi. The position is listed as full-time. Skills mentioned in the listing include JavaScript, React.js, PostgreSQL, SQL databases and REST APIs. For general context: React is a popular library for building interactive user interfaces. REST APIs let the front end and back end of an application exchange data in a structured way. Read the details below carefully and use the application link on this page if the role matches your profile.

★ Proven professional experience working as a Senior PHP Developer.
★ Strong expertise in PHP and object-oriented web frameworks (such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter).
★ Hands-on experience in designing, building, and maintaining scalable RESTful APIs and web services.
★ Solid understanding of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), query optimization, and database design.
★ Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Vue/React) and version control (Git).
★ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional team collaboration skills.

★ JavaScript: Typically means writing and debugging everyday JavaScript, including asynchronous code, array and object handling, and modern ES6+ syntax.
★ React.js: Building user interfaces from reusable components and managing the data that changes on screen.
★ PostgreSQL: A relational database where data lives in related tables; the work usually involves writing SQL and designing schemas.
★ SQL databases: Working with tables, relationships and queries to store and retrieve structured data.
★ REST APIs: Designing and consuming HTTP endpoints so a front end, mobile app or another service can exchange data.
★ Git and GitHub: Tracking changes, working on branches, opening pull requests and resolving conflicts so a team can share code safely.
★ PHP / Laravel: Building server-rendered or API-based web applications with PHP; Laravel adds routing, an ORM and queues.
★ Vue.js: A progressive framework for building interactive interfaces with reactive data.
★ Problem-solving: usually means breaking an issue into smaller parts, testing ideas, and fixing the root cause instead of guessing.
★ Teamwork: working through shared code, reviews and task boards without blocking other people.

★ JavaScript: promises and async/await, array methods such as map, filter and reduce, closures and scope
★ React.js: components, props and state, useState and useEffect, lists, forms and conditional rendering
★ PostgreSQL: joins, indexes, transactions and constraints
★ SQL databases: SELECT, JOIN and GROUP BY, primary and foreign keys, normalisation basics
★ REST APIs: HTTP methods and status codes, authentication basics such as tokens, validation and error responses
★ Git and GitHub: branching and merging, pull requests and code review, resolving merge conflicts
★ PHP / Laravel: routing and controllers, Eloquent relationships, migrations and validation
★ Vue.js: reactivity and computed values, components and props, routing and state management

This role may be suitable for candidates who bring substantial experience and are comfortable owning technical decisions and supporting other team members. Those who are comfortable with JavaScript, React.js, PostgreSQL, SQL databases and REST APIs and enjoy building practical projects may find the requirements a good match. The listing also highlights problem-solving, so applicants who can describe how they approach difficult issues may stand out. This is editorial guidance only, and the employer makes the final decision on suitability.

Applicants may want to highlight relevant experience with JavaScript, React.js, PostgreSQL and SQL databases in their CV. Because version control is mentioned, a GitHub profile with a few well-described repositories can make your skills easier to verify. Since applications are sent by email, use a clear subject line that includes the role title and keep your message short, with your CV attached. A short, role-specific summary at the top of your CV usually reads better than a generic profile. These are general tips, not requirements stated by the employer.

These suggested questions can help you prepare for an interview by focusing on the skills, responsibilities, and technical areas relevant to this role. They are for preparation only and are not confirmed employer questions.
Q: What is the difference between var, let, and const, and how does hoisting affect your code?
Q: How do state and props differ in React, and how do you decide where state should live?
Q: What is a transaction, and why do ACID properties matter?
Q: What is the difference between INNER JOIN and LEFT JOIN, and when would you use each?
Q: How would you handle authentication and input validation for a REST API you are building?
Q: What is the difference between git merge and git rebase, and when would you use each?
Q: How do closures, promises, and async/await work in JavaScript, and when would you use each?
Q: How does useEffect work with its dependency array, and what mistakes do people commonly make with it?
Q: Describe a difficult bug or problem you solved and walk through your thinking step by step.
Q: Tell us about a technical decision you owned and how you handled the trade-offs.
Q: How do you review code and support less experienced teammates?