PHP Software Engineer

PHP Developer - Boston, Ma   Fast growing, angel funded startup in Boston that is building the next generation of social interaction on the web for students. This is not your average boring corporate gig. We have a great opportunity for a strong web developer who thinks BIG.  This will turn into a lead developer/PM role Responsibilities Work with a team of web developers eighty percent of the time coding, twenty percent architecting, designing and coordinating with the team Key is knowledge of backend programming efficiences Requirements 2+ years of PHP application development Proven development of scalable applications Familiarity with Linux and Apache Strong MySQL database knowledge Knowledgeable with numerous web technologies and their trade-offs Good knowledge of open source frameworks for PHP, PERL and/or Python Quick learner with good communication and problem solving skills Ability to work independently Experience with Game Dynamics is a strong plus Pluses Developed web applications that have 10k+ users.  (100k plus here) Experience with jQuery/AJAX Experience in Linux system administration Experience with mobile application development Compensation/Benefits We offer a competitive salary in order to attract talented developers (base/bonus/stock) Health & Dental benefits Casual dress and great office atmosphere About AVID Technical Resources: AVID (Applications, Voice, Internet, Data) Technical Resources is a contract and permanent IT recruiting company. Headquartered in Boston, AVID specializes in placing information technology professionals with either an Infrastructure Support or Applications Development background. Since our inception in 2003, AVID has grown to be among the leading IT recruiting firms in the area.  This explosive growth has led to a number of awards and recognition.  Inc. Magazine recently ranked AVID one of the Fastest Growing Privately-Held Companies in the US.  Forbes Magazine listed AVID as one of the Leading IT Staffing Agencies in the Northeast and the Boston Business Journal named AVID Technical Resources the 7th Fastest Growing Privately-held Company in Massachusetts.