PHP Software Developer (Pipeline)

Location: This is a US-based remote position, with candidates in the Tampa Bay area preferred.

• Tampa-based employees may have the possibility of transitioning to a hybrid schedule in the future, requiring periodic onsite presence at our Tampa, FL location.

Employment Type: Full-Time Core business hours with on-call availability
Security Clearance: minimum T3 required
Status: Talent Pool

Join Our Pipeline for Future Opportunities!

This posting is intended to establish a pool of qualified candidates for future openings supporting ongoing operations. Positions may become available based on staffing needs, operational requirements, or workforce changes. Qualified applicants may be contacted as opportunities arise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a talented PHP Software Developer to design, build, and maintain enterprise web applications and APIs for a federal government IT program. You will work within a DevSecOps/Agile framework to develop secure, accessible, and high-quality software solutions, participate in code reviews and testing, and support the sustained availability of mission-critical government applications.

Key Responsibilities

● Design, develop, and maintain enterprise web applications and APIs for a federal government client

● Work within DevSecOps/Agile framework across the full SDLC

● Build and maintain front-end and back-end components following Section 508 and U.S. Web Design Standards

● Perform code reviews, code scans, and vulnerability remediation using Fortify and Sonatype

● Develop and maintain technical documentation and code documentation

● Support integration with web content management systems and public-facing web portals

● Develop and manage application-level POA&Ms for identified vulnerabilities

● Participate in requirements analysis and UI/UX wireframe design

Required Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship require
• Security Clearance: minimum T3 required, active Secret or TS/SCI and/or ability to obtain
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of full-stack or application development experience
• Proficiency in PHP
• Experience with RESTful APIs and service integration patterns
• Working knowledge of Agile/DevSecOps methodologies
• Familiarity with secure coding practices and static analysis tools
• Understanding of Section 508 accessibility requirements

Preferred Qualifications

● Experience with SAST/DAST tools (Fortify, Sonatype, BurpSuite)

● Cloud-hosted development environment experience

● Federal government or DoD application development background

Certifications

● Security+ or DoD 8570 baseline required

Why Join Our Pipeline?

• Be first in line for upcoming openings aligned with your experience and career goals.
• Stay connected with Lucayan’s recruiting team for priority consideration.
• Join a mission-focused environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact.