Job Description
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"Otic" means smart people doing smart work, together.
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We are a wholly owned Australian company committed to helping our clients design and build intelligent software solutions that unlock value in their business.
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Otic Group was formed to provide talented technology professionals an chance to
work with not only some of the most prominent companies in Australia
, but work with
incredibly talented peers
in an exciting, dynamic young environment.
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We provide highly skilled expertise in Data & Analytics, Cloud Strategy, Application Modernisation, and Cybersecurity.
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PRIMARY OBJECTIVES
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Design, build and maintain secure, scalable applications, APIs, integrations and technical services.
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Translate business and technical requirements into practical, maintainable solutions.
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Develop solutions using PHP, Python and modern web technologies.
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Support Linux-based application environments and Microsoft Azure services.
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Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
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Investigate complex application, database, integration and infrastructure issues.
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Improve system reliability, security, performance, monitoring and operational efficiency.
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Maintain technical documentation and provide guidance to other technology team members.
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KEY COMPETENCIES AND EXPERIENCE
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At least three years' experience developing and supporting enterprise applications, including experience in a senior developer, technical engineering, systems analyst or technical lead capacity.
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Strong PHP experience, including native PHP and Laravel development.
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Experience with Python for scripting, automation, APIs, integrations or data processing.
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Strong Microsoft SQL Server skills, including database design, complex queries and performance optimisation.
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Experience with JavaScript and jQuery, with exposure to React, Next.js or another modern frontend framework.
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Experience designing, consuming and supporting REST APIs and system integrations.
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Experience supporting Linux environments, including command-line administration, Bash, systemd, permissions, logging and troubleshooting.
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Practical experience with Microsoft Azure services such as App Services, Virtual Machines, Functions, Storage Accounts, Key Vault, Managed Identities, networking and monitoring.
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Experience creating and supporting CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or a comparable platform.
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Proficiency with Git, including branching, pull requests, code reviews and merge workflows.
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Understanding of secure development, identity and access management, secrets management and cloud security.
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Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication and documentation skills.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities, work with limited supervision and collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
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DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
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Experience with Docker, infrastructure monitoring, application logging and observability platforms.
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Experience designing and supporting Model Context Protocol (MCP) services, including tools, resources and prompts.
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Experience integrating enterprise applications with generative AI platforms, large language models or AI APIs.
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Familiarity with Azure AI services, Azure AI Foundry, OpenAI APIs or comparable platforms.
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Understanding of AI integration patterns, including authentication, permissions, context management, data security and responsible AI principles.
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Over and above, you'll have the ability to act as a consultant – offering technical insights, sharing your knowledge, and collaborating with clients.
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Being a Melbourne based organisation, we're looking for our team to be based locally. We also require applicants to hold an Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency (PR), or have other permanent work rights.
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OTIC are not able to sponsor or support visas at this stage.
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📌 Php Developer (Melbourne)
🏢 Otic Group Pty
📍 Melbourne