Full Stack PHP Software Engineer

Description We are seeking a Full-Stack PHP Software Engineer to join our platform development team. In this role, you will help build and maintain modern platforms and features that support our continued leadership in the garden and pet industries. You will work independently or within a squad to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business needs and compliance standards.

The ideal candidate is a full-stack PHP/Laravel developer who is passionate about solving problems, writing clean code, and following best practices.

Key Responsibilities - Develop clean, maintainable, and efficient code

• Collaborate in small teams to deliver projects
• Apply best practices in software design and architecture
• Ensure solutions align with business goals and compliance requirements
• Test, support, and deploy new products and features
• Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications - Bachelor?s degree in Computer Science or related field

• At least 2-3 years of professional experience (as a Developer and/or writing code)
• Strong proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, CSS, and related web technologies
• Hands-on experience with Laravel and Vue.js
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills
• Technologies:
• PHP 8.3
• Laravel 12.x
• JavaScript / Vue.js / Alpine.js
• TailwindCSS
• Inertia.js
• MySQL
• Redis

Benefits Package & Employee Programs - Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay
• Paid parental leave

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT) (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2023 net sales of $3.3 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the Pet and Garden industries. The Company?s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier and communities grow stronger. Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, K&H®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California and has 6,700 employees across North America and Europe. Visit www.central.com to learn more.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.