Axle Informatics
Axle is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations nationally and abroad. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Overview
Axle is seeking a
PHP Developer
to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
located in
Rockville, MD . Benefits
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 401K match up to 5% Educational Benefits for Career Growth Employee Referral Bonus Flexible Spending Accounts:
Healthcare (FSA) Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK) Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP) Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP Collaborate with UI/UX designers, project managers, and fellow developers to implement technical and functional requirements Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code Integrate third-party APIs and ensure secure data transactions Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and performance tuning Ensure compliance with federal security and accessibility standards (FISMA, FedRAMP, Section 508) Engage in Agile/Scrum development practices, including sprint planning and daily standups Assist with application deployment in development, staging, and production environments Required Qualifications
35 years of hands-on PHP development experience Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter v3 (v4 preferred) Proficiency with PHP v7.x or newer Strong knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery Experience with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) Understanding of secure coding practices and data privacy principles U.S. Citizenship (required due to federal contract requirements) Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Availability to be on-site two days per week Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting federal or government contracts Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines Experience with Composer and managing packages in a secure environment Experience with Bitbucket Server (preferred) Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Working knowledge of Section 508 and compliance testing tools Experience with federal CMS platforms like Drupal or WordPress Disclaimer:
The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed. The diversity of Axles employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Salary Range $80,000 - $100,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr
Axle is seeking a
PHP Developer
to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) supporting the
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
located in
Rockville, MD . Benefits
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays 401K match up to 5% Educational Benefits for Career Growth Employee Referral Bonus Flexible Spending Accounts:
Healthcare (FSA) Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK) Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP) Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)
Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and enhance web applications using PHP Collaborate with UI/UX designers, project managers, and fellow developers to implement technical and functional requirements Write clean, scalable, and well-documented code Integrate third-party APIs and ensure secure data transactions Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and performance tuning Ensure compliance with federal security and accessibility standards (FISMA, FedRAMP, Section 508) Engage in Agile/Scrum development practices, including sprint planning and daily standups Assist with application deployment in development, staging, and production environments Required Qualifications
35 years of hands-on PHP development experience Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter v3 (v4 preferred) Proficiency with PHP v7.x or newer Strong knowledge of front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery Experience with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) Understanding of secure coding practices and data privacy principles U.S. Citizenship (required due to federal contract requirements) Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance Availability to be on-site two days per week Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting federal or government contracts Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines Experience with Composer and managing packages in a secure environment Experience with Bitbucket Server (preferred) Knowledge of containerization (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture Working knowledge of Section 508 and compliance testing tools Experience with federal CMS platforms like Drupal or WordPress Disclaimer:
The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed. The diversity of Axles employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact: careers@axleinfo.com This role has a market-competitive salary with an anticipated base compensation range listed below. Actual salaries will vary depending on a candidates experience, qualifications, skills, and location. Salary Range $80,000 - $100,000 USD #J-18808-Ljbffr