At Moneta, we are building a platform to enable equal access to financial services for all Nigerians. We are a Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) licensed Payment Solution Service (PSS) Fintech company.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Senior PHP Developer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Overview

• We are looking for a Senior PHP Developer with a solid foundation in backend development and hands-on experience in the fintech or tech space.
• The ideal candidate will be an expert in PHP, with proven experience designing and implementing scalable, secure applications.
• You will be part of a team developing cutting-edge financial technologies to shape the future of payments and banking in Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities
Backend Development:

• Design, implement, and optimize scalable PHP-based backend systems.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers to create cohesive and high-performance web applications.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with third-party services.

Code Quality and Performance:

• Ensure high code quality through testing, peer reviews, and maintaining clean architecture.
• Optimize backend systems for speed, scalability, and reliability.

Database Design and Optimization:

• Design, implement, and maintain efficient database structures for high-performance data handling.
• Write optimized SQL queries and ensure data security and integrity.

Security and Compliance:

• Follow best practices for data security, including encryption and secure access controls.
• Ensure systems meet fintech regulatory standards, including data protection and privacy laws.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, test, and launch new features.
• Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in PHP development, with a focus on scalable systems in fintech or tech industries.
• Strong experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Zend.
• Proficiency in database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with RESTful API design, version control (Git), and modern development methodologies (Agile, Scrum).
• Knowledge of security best practices in fintech.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication skills and a team-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
• Strong commitment to continuous learning and technical excellence.

Application Closing Date
31st January, 2025.