Full Stack Developer PHP-Focused & Laravel & React/Next.js

Louis Charles International LLC FZ; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Full Stack Developer with strong backend expertise in PHP and Laravel, along with good knowledge of React.js and Next.js. The ideal candidate will modernize an existing PHP-based system, build scalable APIs, and integrate frontend features. This role requires at least 3 years of experience, proficiency in Git, and a solid understanding of REST APIs. An exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience working on real-world projects.
• Strong experience with Pure PHP (Core PHP) and Laravel.
• Experience working as a Full Stack Developer.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and refactor backend systems using Pure PHP and Laravel.
• Modernize legacy PHP code into a secure and maintainable architecture.
• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs.

Skills

Pure PHP (Core PHP)

Laravel

React.js / Next.js

MySQL

Git & GitHub

REST APIs

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a Full Stack Developer with strong backend experience in Pure PHP and Laravel, along with solid working knowledge of React / Next.js. The role focuses on modernizing an existing PHP-based system, building scalable APIs, and supporting frontend development using modern technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and refactor backend systems using Pure PHP and Laravel
• Modernize legacy PHP code into a secure and maintainable architecture
• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs
• Develop and integrate frontend features using React.js / Next.js
• Design and optimize MySQL databases and queries
• Write unit, feature, and API tests
• Debug, troubleshoot, and improve system performance
• Collaborate using Git & GitHub and participate in code reviews

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of proven experience working on real-world projects
• Strong experience with Pure PHP (Core PHP) and Laravel
• Experience working as a Full Stack Developer
• Good knowledge of React.js / Next.js
• Solid understanding of REST APIs
• Experience with MySQL
• Proficiency in Git & GitHub
• Experience refactoring or upgrading legacy systems

Nice to Have

• WordPress development experience
• Docker, CI/CD, or Linux server experience
• Knowledge of security and performance best practices

Skills

• Pure PHP (Core PHP) and Laravel
• Full Stack Developer
• React.js / Next.js
• Experience refactoring or upgrading legacy systems
• Solid understanding of REST APIs
• Experience with MySQL
• Proficiency in Git & GitHub
• WordPress development experience