IT Systems Developer (Mid-Level, PHP/Backend)

JOB TITLE: IT Systems Developer (Mid-Level, PHP / Backend)

DEPARTMENT: Office - IT

LOCATION: Dublin, TX

PAY: $70,000 - $80,000/yr

BENEFITS:?Benefits include a full health insurance policy that is 100% covered by Prime, a 50% matching 401(k) package, and a $25,000 life insurance policy. Comprehensive dental, vision and supplemental life insurance options are also available. PTO is available after 6 months. 7 paid holidays.

SUMMARY: Our IT Systems Developer is a versatile professional skilled in both backend web development and IT infrastructure. They specialize in building and maintaining robust PHP and SQL-based applications with minimal front-end requirements. In addition to software development, they support IT operations by assisting with server management, network troubleshooting, and system integration tasks. Their work ensures that applications are secure, reliable, and accurately aligned with business needs, while also contributing to the overall health of our IT environment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, maintain, and own production web applications using PHP, MySQL, MariaDB, and PostgreSQL, leveraging modern frameworks such as Laravel and Symfony.
• Design, optimize, and refactor complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and database schemas to support performance, scalability, and data integrity.
• Collaborate closely with IT and business teams to design, implement, and improve integrations between web applications and networked systems.
• Work independently within a Linux environment, including command-line operations, server configuration, log analysis, and routine maintenance tasks.
• Proactively monitor and troubleshoot application performance, database connectivity, and server-side issues in production environments.
• Provide hands-on support for network diagnostics, server configuration, and systems troubleshooting, escalating issues when appropriate.
• Implement and maintain application and data security best practices, including access controls, patching, and compliance-related safeguards.
• Produce and maintain clear technical documentation for code, system configurations, and application architecture to support long-term maintainability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent hands-on professional experience developing and supporting web applications and IT systems.
• 3–5 years of professional experience building and maintaining PHP-based applications and managing SQL databases (MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL).
• 2–3+ years of experience supporting IT systems, including Linux servers, networking, or systems administration tasks.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues independently.
• High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to documentation and code quality.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability- Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical- Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
• Dependability- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
• Ethics- Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
• Initiative- Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Oral Communication- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Problem Solving- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Teamwork- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Technical Skills- Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.? It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.? Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.