PHP Developer

• PHP Developer – Legacy Upgrade Project
• 4 month Contract
• Hybrid - Mix of WFH and Central Sydney office

We’re partnering with a technical team to deliver a clean, controlled upgrade of several custom-built PHP applications. The primary focus is migrating from PHP 7 to the latest supported version, ensuring compatibility, stability, and modern standards are met. This is a contract suited to a developer who thrives in upgrade environments, is comfortable working with legacy code, and can engage confidently with stakeholders to troubleshoot issues as they arise.

You'll be joining a collaborative team environment, taking direction from a senior technical lead, and trusted to work independently on scoped deliverables. While the main priority is the version upgrade, there may be opportunities to support other PHP application tasks, such as bug fixes or minor enhancements, if time allows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Upgrade internal PHP applications from PHP 7 to the latest version
• Identify and address compatibility or deprecated function issues
• Conduct unit and integration testing post-upgrade
• Liaise with internal stakeholders for clarification or testing support
• Provide basic documentation of changes as required

About You:

• Proven experience upgrading PHP-based applications in real-world environments
• Solid understanding of PHP internals, backwards compatibility, and common pitfalls in version jumps
• Confident working with legacy or lightly documented codebases
• Able to troubleshoot independently and communicate technical decisions clearly
• Bonus: exposure to higher ed, government, or complex internal systems (not essential)

Interested candidates who meet the required skillset of the role are encouraged to apply via the link with an updated resume. Reference BIHI 113161