Lead Full Stack Developer - PHP

About ServiceChannel ServiceChannel is the leading cloud-based service automation platform for facilities management, trusted by over 500 enterprise clients worldwide. With over 20 years of innovation driving our success, we provide a dynamic environment where engineers can leverage cutting-edge technology to revolutionize how businesses manage repair and maintenance services. As an engineer at ServiceChannel, you'll have the opportunity to work on a platform that processes millions of service requests annually and supports thousands of service providers globally. You'll contribute to developing sophisticated products that empower businesses with actionable insights and the tools to scale their business. Join a team committed to pushing the boundaries of technology and delivering exceptional user experiences. Collaborate with a diverse group of talented professionals who are passionate about problem-solving and creating impactful solutions. ServiceChannel offers a unique opportunity to work on complex challenges, innovate at scale, and make a tangible difference in the facilities management landscape. Position Overview We are looking for a Lead Developer (PHP) to drive the design, development, and evolution of our web platform. This role combines hands-on development with strong technical leadership, ensuring delivery of high-quality, scalable, and maintainable solutions. As a Lead Developer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams, guide architectural decisions, and mentor engineers while actively contributing to the codebase. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, development, and enhancement of scalable, high-performance web applications using PHP and modern front-end technologies. Drive technical design and architecture decisions, ensuring alignment with business goals and long-term platform strategy. Maintain and enhance complex backend systems, optimizing for performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborate closely with Product, QA, DevOps, and other engineering teams to deliver features end-to-end. Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions and execution plans. Conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards and best practices for clean, maintainable, and secure code. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, bugs, and system inefficiencies. Mentor and coach engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous improvement. Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, CI/CD practices, and engineering standards. Stay current with emerging technologies and recommend improvements or innovations where appropriate. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent work experience. 7+ years of experience in backend or full-stack development with strong expertise in PHP. Strong expertise in PHP development, including OOP, MVC frameworks (Symfony preferred), and secure coding practices. Experience working with modular and enterprise-grade eCommerce or marketplace platforms. Hands-on experience with ORMs (e.g., Propel), data modeling, and relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL/MariaDB). Proven experience designing and building scalable APIs and backend services. Strong proficiency in front-end development using React.js, including modern JavaScript (ES6+), component-based architecture, and state management. Full-stack development experience across backend (PHP) and frontend (React). Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, performance optimization, and scalability best practices. Experience with SDLC tools (JIRA, GitHub) and CI/CD pipelines. Strong testing mindset, including unit testing and automation principles. Preferred Skills & Experience Exposure to .NET / C# ecosystems. Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure. Familiarity with search and analytics tools like Elasticsearch. Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins or TeamCity. Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems. Fortive Corporation Overview Fortive's essential technology makes the world safer and more productive. We accelerate transformation in high-impact fields like workplace safety, build environments, and healthcare. We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in healthcare sterilization, industrial safety, predictive maintenance, and other mission-critical solutions. We're a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to advanced technologies that help providers focus on exceptional patient care. We are a diverse team 10,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact. At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference. At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone. At Fortive, we believe in growth. We're honest about what's working and what isn't, and we never stop improving and innovating. Fortive: For you, for us, for growth. About ServiceChannel ServiceChannel empowers many of your favorite brands to take care of their brick and mortar locations. Our customers are market leaders in the retail, restaurant, grocery, convenience store, fitness, banking, education and health industries. The facilities and store operations teams at CVS, Trader Joe’s, Adidas, Louis Vuitton and Chipotle, among 500 other brands in over 70+ countries, rely on us to deliver the best possible guest and employee experience. We are the leader in our space, and we continue to earn that position by driving innovation around IOT, AI and data with our software and services.In 2021, we joined the Fortive family of leading technology companies, united by a common purpose to make the world stronger, safer and smarter. Fortive is a Fortune 500 company and has been named by Fortune as one of the world’s most admired companies. Being part of Fortive means we are supported by a strong foundation of business systems, resources and culture, which will accelerate our growth journey!We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, HSA, and a 401(k) retirement plan. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com. ServiceChannel empowers many of your favorite brands to take care of their brick and mortar locations. Our customers are market leaders in the retail, restaurant, grocery, convenience store, fitness, banking, education and health industries. The facilities and store operations teams at CVS, Trader Joe’s, Adidas, Louis Vuitton and Chipotle, among 500 other brands in over 70+ countries, rely on us to deliver the best possible guest and employee experience. We are the leader in our space, and we continue to earn that position by driving innovation around IOT, AI and data with our software and services.In 2021, we joined the Fortive family of leading technology companies, united by a common purpose to make the world stronger, safer and smarter. Fortive is a Fortune 500 company and has been named by Fortune as one of the world’s most admired companies. Being part of Fortive means we are supported by a strong foundation of business systems, resources and culture, which will accelerate our growth journey!We offer an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and LTD insurance, HSA, and a 401(k) retirement plan. We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.