Middle PHP Software Engineer (PHP Developer) ID50679 Full time | AgileEngine | PortugalPosted On 02/13/2026Job Information City CoimbraState/Province Coimbra3000-168IT ServicesJob Description AgileEngine is an Inc. 5000 company that creates award-winning software for Fortune 500 brands and trailblazing startups across 17+ industries. We rank among the leaders in areas like application development and AI/ML, and our people-first culture has earned us multiple Best Place to Work awards.WHY JOIN US If you're looking for a place to grow, make an impact, and work with people who care, we'd love to meet you!ABOUT THE ROLE We are looking for a Middle PHP Software Engineer to build and evolve reliable, scalable full-stack applications in a collaborative, globally distributed team. This role combines modern PHP 8 development, MVC architecture, database design, and containerized environments to deliver high-quality, production-ready solutions. It stands out for its supportive engineering culture, continuous improvement mindset, and the opportunity to grow within a structured yet flexible agile environment.WHAT YOU WILL DODevelop and maintain applications using PHP 8.X, adhering to object-oriented programming principles and the MVC pattern;Ensure compliance with PHPDOC specifications and PSR standards for clean, maintainable code;Design, optimize, and maintain MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server databases;Handle data migrations and PHP version upgrades efficiently;Implement CSS and Responsive Web Design (RWD) principles to ensure optimal user experiences across devices;Create and maintain Docker environments for application deployment;Test applications for functionality, security, and performance while debugging and resolving issues proactively.MUST HAVES3+ years of experience with PHP 8.X, with strong object-oriented programming expertise;Knowledge of the MVC pattern;Practical experience with MySQL and Microsoft SQL Server;Experience migrating between PHP versions;Experience with CSS and Responsive Web Design (RWD);Knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows operating systems;Fundamentals of Docker, including creating Docker environments and Dockerfiles for Ubuntu;NICE TO HAVESKnowledge of PHPDOC specification and PSR standards;Experience modifying Docker containers for tool installation and execution;Knowledge of build scripts and Docker containers in CI/CD environments;Practical experience with Jenkins;Familiarity with GitHub Actions;General experience with CI/CD pipelines.PERKS AND BENEFITSProfessional growth: Mentorship, TechTalks, and personalized growth roadmaps.Competitive compensation: USD-based pay with education, fitness, and team activity budgets.Exciting projects: Modern solutions with Fortune 500 and top product companies.Flextime: Flexible schedule with remote and office options.#J-18808-Ljbffr