Backend Web Developer - PHP

Backend Web Developer - PHP

We are seeking a Backend Web Developer to support our DoD team working on highly visible projects utilizing leading edge technologies.

Founded in 2003, Altus Engineering is a Maryland small business providing professional engineering services to the Department of Defense and industry customers. These include high-quality software development services, system modeling and simulation, scientific research, and performing engineering analysis of combat systems and personnel vulnerabilities. We pride ourselves on providing outstanding professional and technical services through building and empowering teams that will continue to grow with us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop new website applications and extend functionality of existing sites
• Use PHP, JavaScript, Application Frameworks, APIs, and SQL databases to create, extend, and maintain custom internal- and external-facing applications
• Test code, features, business rules, and integrations
• Troubleshoot and fix website, application, and user support issues.
• Work closely with Project Manager, customers, and other staff members to collect requirements, estimate work, and ensure that tasks are deployed according to schedule
• Design and envision new web-based systems in response to customer business requirements

Qualifications/Desired Skills:

Required Skills:

• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, Math OR
• 5 years of professional web/software development experience
• PHP 7+ OOP
• US Citizenship
• Ability to obtain & maintain a SECRET Security Clearance
• MySQL
• HTML/CSS
• JavaScript

In addition to these skills, we also desire a candidate who has experience with the following:

• Git
• Linux/Apache Environments
• PHP MVC Application Frameworks (e.g., CakePHP)
• Web APIs
• Unix/Linux Command Line Tools

Additional Details:

While this is a primarily remote position, candidates must be available for in-person meetings at Aberdeen Proving Ground on a monthly basis.

What We Offer:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

If you enjoy intellectually challenging projects, love to code, and enjoy brainstorming with like-minded developers who are part of a highly skilled software development team then Altus may be for you!