Contractor • Remote • Contract-to-Hire
Hello World is a growing application development agency specializing in open-source solutions for clients of all sizes, from ambitious startups to well-known brands. We are a 100% remote company with a flexible, collaborative work culture. How you came into the field doesn’t matter, and a degree is not required. What matters is that you’re a proven problem-solver whose work speaks for itself.
We’re looking for a PHP Developer with at least 5 years of web application development experience to join our engineering team. This is an evergreen contractor position with a clear path to full-time hire for the right candidate.
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5+ years of professional web application development experience
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Proficiency in PHP and JavaScript, with hands-on experience in Laravel, Drupal, React, and Vue.js; WordPress experience is a plus
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Familiarity with macOS development environments and comfort with Linux, Git, and Agile methodologies
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Solid understanding of MVC, OOP, FRP, and RESTful web service patterns
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Experience working with relational databases, preferably SQL and MySQL
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Practical experience with Lando and/or Docker-based development environments
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Strong problem-solving skills with a positive, versatile attitude
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Ability to work independently and take personal ownership of your work
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Write clean, high-quality code across multiple technology stacks and projects
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Take full ownership of feature development on assigned projects
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Prioritize and resolve bugs efficiently to keep clients moving
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Keep the engineering team and clients informed of development progress
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Collaborate with fellow engineers to design and build new features and solutions
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Bring creative, pragmatic thinking to engineering challenges
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Partner with team managers on sprint priorities and your own professional growth
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Help foster a culture of quality, collaboration, and technical leadership
This position starts as a contractor role with the potential for permanent hire. Our interview process includes a Technical Skills Assessment followed by two interviews before any offer is extended.
