MediaWiki Developer | PHP Expert

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Key Responsibilities:

- Design and develop a sophisticated MediaWiki-based information architecture tailored specifically to construction industry workflows and terminology.

- Implement and configure essential MediaWiki extensions including Semantic MediaWiki, VisualEditor, and CategoryTree to enhance platform functionality.

- Create custom MediaWiki skins and templates aligned with corporate identity while optimizing user experience.

- Integrate the wiki platform seamlessly with existing company systems, including project management tools and document repositories.

- Optimize MediaWiki performance for handling technical specifications, architectural drawings, and construction methodologies.

- Develop specialized scripts for efficient content migration from legacy systems.

- Establish robust security protocols to safeguard sensitive project information.

- Configure granular user permission hierarchies and access control mechanisms.

- Provide technical guidance and training for platform administrators.

- Troubleshoot complex technical challenges throughout the implementation lifecycle.

- Create comprehensive documentation for both technical administrators and end-users.

Required Skills:

- Minimum 3 years of professional PHP development experience, with demonstrable proficiency in PHP 7.4+ and PHP 8.x environments.

- Proven track record successfully implementing and customizing MediaWiki projects (portfolio examples will be requested).

- In-depth understanding of MediaWiki 1.39+ architecture and extension ecosystem.

- Hands-on experience with MediaWiki extension development and customization.

- Advanced proficiency in MySQL 8.0+ database design, query optimization, and performance management.

- Strong command of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and jQuery for frontend customizations.

- Experience with Git version control and collaborative development workflows.

- Familiarity implementing RESTful APIs and executing complex data integration strategies.

- Expert knowledge of Wiki markup language and template syntax.

- Exceptional analytical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.