FullStack Developer - Chicago

About the job Full Stack Developer - Chicago

Note:
This position does not offer any visa sponsorship. We are only looking for applicants living in Chicago, IL, or willing to relocate.

Overview:

One of our clients is looking for a talented and experienced Fullstack Developer with strong PHP skills to join their dynamic team. As a Fullstack Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining both front‑end and back‑end components of our web applications. You will collaborate closely with other developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality, scalable solutions that meet our business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement server‑side logic and database structures using PHP and related frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Integrate third‑party APIs and develop custom APIs to enhance application functionality.
• Design and maintain MySQL or Postgre
  
  SQL databases, ensuring data integrity and optimizing performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and coding standards.
• Work closely with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements, design solutions, and ensure successful implementation.
• Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the functionality and stability of applications.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for developed features and applications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of proven experience as a Fullstack Developer with a strong focus on PHP development.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  
  • Proficiency in PHP and frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
  • Strong front‑end development skills with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular.
  • Experience with database management using MySQL or Postgre
    
    SQL.
  • Knowledge of version control systems such as Git.
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities to identify and resolve technical issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure the quality and accuracy of code and applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Familiarity with other programming languages such as Python or Java.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud services (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Understanding of UI/UX principles and ability to create visually appealing interfaces.