Sr. Web Developer (Onsite at Vivid Racing: Gilbert, AZ)

Description

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Senior PHP/Web Developer to join our team. This role combines hands-on development with leadership and mentorship responsibilities. You’ll work on scalable web applications using modern PHP frameworks like Laravel and Symfony , while also guiding junior developers, shaping coding standards, and helping steer our development roadmap. You will be a key contributor to both code and culture.

Requirements

Job Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-quality web applications using PHP and frameworks such as Laravel and Symfony.
• Take ownership of key components of the codebase that drive business success.
• Mentor and support junior developers through code reviews, technical guidance, and performance feedback.
• Contribute to architecture decisions, design discussions, and technical planning.
• Actively participate in sprint planning, daily standups, and sprint retrospectives; manage sprint boards as needed.
• Integrate and manage third-party APIs (REST, SOAP, JSON).
• Ensure performance, security, scalability, and maintainability of all applications.
• Champion and evolve coding standards, development workflows, and internal best practices.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across the stack and propose innovative solutions.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to align development with business goals.
• Assist with interviewing, onboarding, and training of new developers.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and recommend relevant improvements.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Solid frontend knowledge: HTML, CSS, JavaScript , and basic understanding of modern JS frameworks like React or Vue.js.
• Strong experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Deep understanding of software architecture principles and design patterns.
• Proficiency in SQL and database design, with experience optimizing queries.
• You write clean, efficient, and testable code with an emphasis on scalability.
• You’re a clear communicator who can explain complex topics to non-technical stakeholders.
• You enjoy mentoring and leading by example in a collaborative environment.
• You have a growth mindset and constantly seek to improve both yourself and your team.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field, preferred

Experience

• You have 5+ years of professional experience in PHP development.
• Proven expertise with Laravel, Symfony, and ideally other frameworks like Doctrine, Eloquent, or Slim.
• Experience with both modern and legacy systems, preferred
• Familiarity with SEO best practices, preferred
• Exposure to Docker, Kubernetes, or other containerization tools, preferred
• Public portfolio, GitHub profile, or personal website showcasing relevant work, preferred

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday.

Expectations

• Location: Onsite- Gilbert, AZ

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms; with occasional lifting.

When possible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

SD Wheel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other characteristics protected by law.