Senior Moodle / LMS / PHP Developer in United States at Jobgether

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Moodle / LMS / PHP Developer based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Moodle / LMS / PHP Developer to lead the design, development, and optimization of enterprise-grade learning management systems that support large-scale digital learning initiatives. In this role, you will work across the full technology stack, combining deep Moodle expertise with modern PHP development, cloud infrastructure, and e-learning standards. You will play a key role in building scalable, high-performance learning environments, creating custom integrations, and enhancing learner experiences. This position offers significant autonomy, technical ownership, and the opportunity to influence platform architecture and engineering best practices. Working alongside product, design, and instructional teams, you will help deliver innovative educational technology solutions that impact thousands of users. It is an excellent opportunity for a senior developer passionate about learning technologies, platform engineering, and continuous innovation.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-availability Moodle-based learning management systems supporting large learner populations.
• Build and enhance custom Moodle plugins, themes, APIs, and integrations while ensuring compliance with Moodle development standards and best practices.
• Implement and support e-learning technologies and standards including SCORM, xAPI (Tin Can), LTI, CMI5, and Learning Record Store (LRS) integrations.
• Develop responsive and accessible front-end experiences using modern JavaScript frameworks, Moodle templating systems, and user-centric design principles.
• Integrate third-party platforms and services including learning tools, collaboration platforms, authentication providers, CRM systems, HR technologies, and videoconferencing solutions.
• Design and maintain REST APIs, web services, and custom automation workflows to support seamless platform connectivity and data exchange.
• Optimize platform performance through database tuning, caching strategies, infrastructure improvements, and code enhancements.
• Manage cloud-hosted environments, deployment pipelines, system upgrades, security hardening, and ongoing maintenance activities.
• Lead code reviews, establish development standards, mentor team members, and contribute to architectural decisions and technical roadmaps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business, educational, and technical requirements into scalable and effective LMS solutions.

• 5+ years of professional Moodle development experience, including custom plugin development, theme customization, and platform administration.
• Advanced expertise in PHP 8+, object-oriented programming, Composer, namespaces, and modern development standards.
• Strong knowledge of Moodle architecture, plugin APIs, permissions framework, gradebook functionality, and web service capabilities.
• Hands-on experience with MySQL or MariaDB, including schema design, performance optimization, and database maintenance.
• Proven experience implementing and supporting e-learning standards such as SCORM, xAPI, LTI, and related learning technology integrations.
• Strong JavaScript development skills with experience using modern front-end frameworks such as React.
• Experience designing, consuming, and securing RESTful APIs using authentication methods such as OAuth, JWT, and API keys.
• Proficiency with Git-based development workflows, version control, and collaborative engineering practices.
• Experience managing cloud environments, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized development workflows.
• Strong understanding of accessibility standards, responsive design, and user experience best practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring developers, leading technical initiatives, and communicating effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Additional expertise in CMI5, Moodle Mobile, WooCommerce, LRS platforms, cloud infrastructure, or relevant industry certifications is considered a strong advantage.

• Fully remote work environment with flexible scheduling options.
• Competitive salary package.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Equity or profit-sharing opportunities where applicable.
• Annual professional development budget for training, certifications, conferences, and continuing education.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge learning technologies and modern engineering practices.
• Exposure to large-scale LMS implementations and innovative educational technology projects.
• Collaborative, highly skilled, and mission-driven team environment.
• Significant ownership and influence over technical architecture and product direction.
• Long-term career growth and leadership development opportunities.