We are looking for a Backend Software Engineer with strong backend fundamentals and a solid understanding of data and database design. The ideal candidate will be experienced in building and maintaining backend systems using PHP and the Laravel Framework, handling data-driven logic, and leveraging AI tools to enhance development efficiency and code quality. Experience with Node.js and NestJS is considered a strong plus.

Description

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs

• Design and optimize database schemas, queries, and data models

• Build scalable and maintainable backend applications and services

• Improve system performance, reliability, and scalability

• Build integrations with internal and external systems and third-party services

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues

• Follow best practices for clean, maintainable, testable, and reliable code

• Collaborate closely with cross-functional engineering teams

• Utilize AI tools to support development, debugging, code reviews, and productivity

Requirements

• 3–4 years of professional experience in backend software development

• Strong proficiency in *PHP and the Laravel Framework**

• Experience designing, developing, and maintaining RESTful APIs using Laravel

• Good understanding of software design principles, backend architecture, and scalable application development

• Strong knowledge of relational databases, database design, and data modeling

• Experience with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., ChatGPT, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude, etc.)

• Experience working with large datasets and optimizing complex database queries is a plus

• Experience with caching technologies (Redis), queues, and background job processing is a plus

• Experience with *Node.js and the NestJS Framework** is a strong plus

• Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms is a plus

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Good communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills