About us

At Primacorp Ventures, we are all about creating opportunities and making a meaningful impact. Founded in 1995, we're the largest accredited independent post-secondary education group in Canada. Yet, for us, this is just the opening act of our transformative journey!

PHP Developer | EdTech & LMS Focus

Location: PrimaCorp Head Office – New Westminster, BC (On-site)

Salary: Starting at $65,000 per year

Role Type: Full-Time, Permanent

The Reality of the Role: This is a hands-on coding role. While communication is valued, your primary output will be clean, high-performance PHP and complex SQL. We are looking for a developer who prefers the "how" over the "why" and is comfortable diving into deep-tier backend architecture, legacy code refactoring, and database optimization. If you are a generalist or a coordinator, this is likely not the role for you.

Technical "Must-Haves"

• Deep PHP Logic: 5+ years of professional experience. You should be able to discuss OOP, design patterns, and how you handle memory management in PHP without hesitation.

• The "Heavy" Backend: Extensive experience building custom modules and plugins from scratch (specifically for Moodle or similar large-scale frameworks).

• Database Mastery: You don't just "use" MySQL; you understand indexing, query execution plans, and how to normalize data for high-traffic environments.

• Server Logic: Proficiency in Linux CLI. You should be comfortable managing environments and troubleshooting server-side bottlenecks.

The Impact You’ll Make

As our PHP Developer, you will move beyond simple coding to become a technical partner in our business objectives. You will:

• Architect & Refine: Expand the functionality of existing systems using modern software development best practices.

• Code for Quality: Write well-designed, testable, and high-performance code that stands the test of time.

• Lead Security: Implement and maintain robust security measures across all application layers.

• Data Integration: Seamlessly migrate and integrate data from various back-end services and relational databases.

• Problem Solve: Provide critical application support by troubleshooting and resolving technical bottlenecks.

What You Bring to the Table

Technical Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in web development with a strong portfolio.

• Core Stack: 2+ years of professional experience with PHP, JavaScript (jQuery), JSON, HTML5, and CSS3 (Bootstrap).

• Databases: Proficiency in MySQL and relational database design.

• Environment: Hands-on experience with Linux servers.

• Education: Degree/Diploma in Computer Science, Web Development, or Graphic Design (Bachelor’s preferred).

Top-Tier Assets

• Direct experience with Moodle or general LMS (Learning Management Systems).

• Deep understanding of RESTful APIs and modern web service standards.

Skills for Success

• Agility: Ability to multitask and thrive under the pressure of multiple deadlines.

• Independence: A self-starter who works well with minimal supervision but loves collaborating in a fast-paced team.

• Growth Mindset: A genuine willingness to learn new languages, frameworks, and tools as the tech landscape evolves.

• Professionalism: A customer-focused approach with the tact and discretion required for a corporate head office environment.

  
  

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Don’t hold back!—apply today, even if you do not tick every skills list. We cherish diverse skill sets, knowing your unique experiences and perspectives enrich our dynamic team.
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