Senior PHP Developer (Remote) | Full-stack Backend Specialist
We're seeking an exceptional Senior PHP Developer to join our innovative team on a full-time remote basis. You'll design and implement sophisticated web applications leveraging advanced PHP technologies and contemporary development methodologies. This role is perfect for those who thrive on backend challenges while maintaining pristine, efficient codebases.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and develop high-performance, scalable PHP applications utilizing object-oriented principles and MVC architecture patterns.
- Design and optimize database solutions with MySQL 8.0, emphasizing performance, security, and data integrity standards.
- Construct and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless frontend integration and third-party service connections.
- Collaborate across departments to transform complex business requirements into elegant technical solutions.
- Conduct thorough code reviews, delivering constructive feedback to uphold exceptional quality standards.
- Diagnose and resolve intricate software issues in production environments with minimal disruption.
- Implement sophisticated caching strategies and performance enhancement techniques for optimal system operation.
- Enhance existing codebases through strategic refactoring and architectural improvements.
- Create comprehensive documentation for code, APIs, and technical specifications to facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Provide mentorship to junior team members, contributing to collective technical advancement.
Required Skills
- 5+ years of professional experience with PHP 7/8, demonstrating mastery of OOP concepts and MVC implementation patterns.
- Thorough understanding of modern PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter with practical application experience.
- Extensive expertise with MySQL 8.0 or MariaDB, including advanced query optimization and database architecture.
- Proficient knowledge of JavaScript (ECMAScript 2020+) and CSS3 for integrated frontend development.
- Demonstrated experience with dependency management tools including Composer and npm.
- Practical expertise with Docker containerization for consistent development and deployment workflows.
- Working knowledge of message brokers such as RabbitMQ for effective asynchronous processing.
- Experience with modern build tools including webpack for optimized frontend asset compilation.
- Advanced understanding of web server configuration including Apache and Nginx optimization.
- Strong command of Linux server environments and SSH protocols for secure remote administration.
- Version control proficiency using Git with sophisticated branching strategies and collaborative workflows.
- Comprehensive understanding of web application security best practices and vulnerability mitigation.
Nice to Have
- Experience with alternative PHP frameworks including Laminas, Yii, or CakePHP.
- Familiarity with NoSQL database systems like MongoDB or Redis for advanced caching solutions.
- Practical knowledge of modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines and automated testing methodologies.
- Understanding of cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP) for scalable application deployment.
- Background in microservices architecture design and API gateway implementation patterns.
- Expertise with performance monitoring tools and advanced optimization techniques.
- Contributions to notable open-source projects or impressive personal development portfolio.
- Previous experience in agile development environments with demonstrable results.
Why Join Us?
Our organization offers the perfect balance of remote work flexibility combined with intellectually stimulating projects that will sharpen your technical expertise. You'll collaborate with distinguished professionals in a supportive culture that prizes innovation, continuous professional development, and healthy work-life integration. We provide competitive compensation, significant advancement opportunities, and involvement in pioneering technology initiatives—making this role ideal for ambitious PHP specialists seeking career progression and technical mastery.