PHP Full-Stack Developer
Posted
Summary
Builds, maintains, and secures web applications, database-driven systems, and RESTful API integrations for Al Ain University's IT center. Core stack is PHP/Laravel on LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL), with additional work across SQL Server/Oracle and collaboration with university stakeholders.
- AAU does not recruit through recruitment agencies, and shall never ask for any payments related but not limited to visa, recruitment, travel expenses etc.
- All the recruitment offers are sent through official HR Email ID (), AAU shall bear no responsibility of the offers sent through IDs other than the mentioned Email ID.
PHP Full-Stack Developer
Reference Number: 550 Al Ain
Title : PHP Full-Stack Developer
Department : Information Technology Center (ITC)
Location : Al Ain & Abu Dhabi
Qualification :Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field.
Job Description
- Develop, test, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP and Laravel or equivalent frameworks.
- Design, develop, and maintain database-driven applications and integrations.
- Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and backend services.
- Ensure application security, performance, scalability, and reliability.
- Troubleshoot technical issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
- Maintain existing applications, databases, and system integrations.
- Follow software development best practices, including version control, testing, documentation, and secure coding.
- Collaborate with the IT team and relevant stakeholders to deliver solutions aligned with University requirements.
General Conditions:
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience, with substantial hands-on PHP development experience.
- Strong proficiency in PHP and experience with the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, and PHP).
- Experience with Laravel or an equivalent PHP framework.
- Practical experience with MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and Oracle SQL.
- Knowledge of Linux environments, Apache web servers, secure coding practices, and application deployment.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication skills in Arabic and English.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with Java, Python, .NET/C#, Oracle PL/SQL, and Oracle database tools.
- Knowledge of Windows Server, Linux administration, and web server technologies.
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD, containerization, and DevOps practices.
- Native Android (Kotlin/Java) and iOS (Swift) development, including backend integration, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
- Experience in higher education or enterprise IT environments is an advantage.