Lead PHP Developer

IQVIA; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000

Job description

Responsible for managing the development team, leading on the development processes (including process/stack improvement and code reviews), writing specifications and leading the agile environment. The position will still require time for web development alongside the other responsibilities. The role is a full-stack web-developer; with the tech stacks being native PHP, JavaScript, CSS, HTML and MySQL. The main development projects are for a multi-faceted internal web-application, with a focus on continued addition of features and maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Management responsibilities of the developer team, including regular 1 on 1 meetings, HR and performance evaluations and recruitment when necessary. Will be supported by the IT Operations Manager.
2. Provide mentorship to the other developers, including oversight on code reviews and providing structure to their development cycle.
3. Work with the IT Operations Manager to improve development processes and strive to push and use new technologies and frameworks.
4. Development of new web applications for both internal and external use.
5. Leading the design and implementation of functional / non-functional testing processes.
6. Assist with the maintenance and continued development of internal web-based CRM system.
7. Ensure projects are completed within given timelines, taking ownership of the process and the management of the project.
8. Leading the troubleshooting, testing and maintenance of the core product software and databases to ensure strong optimisation and functionality.
9. Contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle.
10. Follow industry best practices.
11. Develop and deploy new features to facilitate related procedures and tools if necessary.

Skills and Competencies

Essential skills:

1. Experience of object-oriented PHP web development, preferably native but can be via a framework.
2. Experience of web technologies including HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
3. Experience with a relational database system (preferably MySQL).
4. Good verbal and written communication skills.
5. Good knowledge of development processes.
6. Good knowledge of developing web services.
7. Ability to project manage and prioritise workloads.
8. Strong problem-solving skills.
9. Keen to work in a team and collaborate.
10. Understanding of version control or using a version control system (Git).

Desirable skills:

1. Experience of managing a team of developers.
2. Keeps up to date with the latest development technologies and frameworks.
3. Ability to successfully work on multiple projects and deadlines.
4. Commercial PHP experience.
5. Experience within the healthcare industry.

IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at https://jobs.iqvia.com