Senior PHP

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Job description

We are hiring a Senior Backend PHP Developer (6-month contract, extendable) to build new features on Laravel/PHP 8.4, support migration from legacy PHP, design scalable databases, and deliver robust RESTful APIs. This role requires strong technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and collaboration with DevOps and cross-functional teams.

I. Responsibilities

• Lead the migration and development of new features on our modern stack (Laravel 12, PHP 8.4) while also working with the existing PHP 5.4 legacy system during the transition.
• Database Expertise: Design, implement, manage, and optimize database schemas and processes (MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, Memcached) to ensure performance and scalability.
• Workflow Design: Contribute to the planning and structuring of efficient development and deployment workflows.
• Collaboration & Communication: Effectively collaborate with DevOps, external development teams, operations, and other internal development teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery.
• Knowledge Transfer & Support: Provide technical guidance, create handover documentation, and assist with deployment processes.
• Incident Response: Participate in on-call rotation to address and resolve critical nighttime incidents when necessary.
• Basic DevOps: Monitor application logs and perform related basic DevOps tasks.
• API Evaluation: Review and assess the suitability and documentation quality of third-party APIs.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for development, deployment, and operational processes.

Your skills and experience

• At least 7 years of PHP development experience (open to strong candidates with less experience).
• Deep understanding and practical experience with both core PHP and the Laravel framework.
• Solid grasp of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) principles and established Design Patterns.
• Strong understanding and application of S.O.L.I.D principles.
• Proven expertise in advanced MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, and Memcached, including performance optimization techniques.
• Extensive experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Practical experience with Docker and containerization technologies.

Skills

• English proficiency in reading, writing, and basic speaking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as a collaborative member of a team.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and logical thinking skills.
• Proactive, open-minded with a “can-do” attitude.

Why you'll love working here

• Attractive salary package (negotiable in the interview)
• 100% salary from probation period
• 24 paid day-offs (effective from probation period)
• Social insurance in high salary
• Premium Health Insurance package
• Annual health check at internation hospital
• Company trip & Occasional gifts
• Yearly learning budget.
• Yearly Position Level Assessments
• Pantry Offering
• High-end MacBook or laptop, monitor, and other devices as required