PHP Developer

Core Technical Skills:

Proficiency in PHP: Demonstrated strong understanding of core PHP concepts, including object-oriented programming (OOP), design patterns (e.g., MVC), and best practices.
Laravel Framework Expertise (2+ years): Proven experience (at least 2 years) in developing web applications using the Laravel framework. This includes:
Solid understanding of Laravel's architecture, Eloquent ORM, Blade templating engine, routing, middleware, and security features.
Experience with Composer for dependency management.
Familiarity with Laravel's testing frameworks (PHPUnit, Pest).
Knowledge of Laravel ecosystem packages (e.g., Passport, Sanctum, Cashier).
Node.js Proficiency (Good to Have): While not the primary focus, demonstrable experience (even if less than 2 years) in developing backend applications using Node.js and the Express.js framework. Understanding of asynchronous programming, event loops, and module systems is expected.
MongoDB Expertise (Good to Have): Experience (even if less than 2 years) working with MongoDB as a NoSQL database. This includes understanding document structures, querying, indexing, and data modeling in MongoDB.
Database Knowledge (Beyond MongoDB): Familiarity with relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, and database migrations (especially within the Laravel context).
RESTful API Development: Proven ability to design, develop, and consume RESTful APIs.
Version Control: Proficient in using Git for version control and collaboration (experience with platforms like GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket).
Front-End Basics: A basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to effectively integrate with front-end developers. Familiarity with front-end frameworks/libraries (like React, Angular, or Vue.js) would be a plus.
Understanding of Security Best Practices: Knowledge of common web security vulnerabilities (e.g., XSS, CSRF, SQL injection) and how to prevent them in PHP and Node.js applications.
Experience:

Minimum 2 Years of Professional Experience: Documented experience working as a PHP developer, with a significant portion focused on Laravel development. Experience with Node.js and MongoDB within these 2 years is highly valued.
Portfolio or Project Demonstrations: Ability to showcase previous projects (personal or professional) that highlight their skills in Laravel, Node.js, and MongoDB.