Senior Software Engineer

As a Senior PHP Developer, you will work on enhancing a rapidly growing platform, contributing to both back-end and front-end development. Collaborating closely with the development and digital marketing teams, you will create scalable solutions, optimize the platform for SEO and conversions, and play a key role in mentoring junior developers.

Key Responsibilities

• Back-End Development: Build and maintain secure and scalable systems using PHP (v8.1) and Laravel (v9).
• Front-End Development: Lead efforts to deliver exceptional user experiences, focusing on TailwindCSS, AlpineJS, and Laravel Livewire.
• SEO and Conversions: Collaborate with the marketing team to implement and test features that improve traffic and user engagement.
• Infrastructure Management: Ensure high platform availability and performance by managing AWS infrastructure.
• Mentorship: Guide and support junior developers to foster a culture of learning and excellence.
• Code Quality: Follow best practices in coding, testing, and deployment to maintain high-quality standards.

Tech Stack

• Languages & Frameworks: PHP (v8.1), Laravel (v9), Laravel Livewire, AlpineJS, TailwindCSS.
• Infrastructure: AWS (ECS, RDS, S3, Redis), MySQL (v8), Metabase.
• Monitoring: NewRelic, Flare.io, OhDear.

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in PHP and Laravel development.
• Strong front-end skills with expertise in TailwindCSS, AlpineJS, and related tools.
• Solid understanding of SEO principles applied in web development.
• Experience with AWS cloud infrastructure and MySQL database optimization.
• Familiarity with debugging and performance monitoring tools like NewRelic.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset, with experience in agile environments.
• A passion for mentoring and supporting team members.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with VueJS (v3.2).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.
• Understanding of marketplace platforms and user engagement strategies.