Senior Backend Engineer "Laravel"

Supertech Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology group in Dubai is seeking a Laravel/PHP developer with over 5 years of experience. You will develop scalable applications, improve existing systems, and mentor junior developers in an innovative environment. Strong knowledge of PHP, MongoDB, and Agile methodologies is crucial for success. Excellent communication skills and an ability to manage multiple projects are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a Laravel/PHP developer.
• Ability to mentor and train junior developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, secure and functional web applications.
• Monitor industry trends for new program ideas.
• Maintain and improve existing data structures.
• Analyze data to troubleshoot problems.
• Guide product roadmap execution.

Skills

SQL and NoSQL design

PHP knowledge

MongoDB

RESTful JSON API design

Git version control

Scrum and Agile

Software documentation

Multi-tasking skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, and transform peoples lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?

If yes, then this is the job you are looking for , webook.com is Saudi’s #1 event ticketing and experience booking platform in terms of technology, features, agility, revenue serving some of the largest mega events in the Kingdom surpassing over 2 billion in sales. webook.com is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of UXBERT Labs, one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC, along with Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, secure and functional web applications
• Develop ideas for new programs, products, or features by monitoring industry developments and trends
• Work on the maintenance and improvement of existing data structures
• Compile and analyze data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.
• Work with the product and operations team to provide guidance and execution on the product roadmap

Key Skills

• Experience with designing persistence and caching models using both SQL and NoSQL.
• Strong knowledge of PHP and design patterns, components, tools, concepts, best practices, standards and systems of record is strongly desired.
• Strong knowledge in MongoDB.
• Strong understanding of RESTful JSON web API design principles.
• Experience in using version control systems like Git.
• Experience in Scrum and Agile methodology
• Solid experience in documenting software solutions using diagrams and flowcharts.
• Strong multi-tasking, organization and time management skills to manage multiple projects, deadlines and priorities within budget requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (fluent English speaking and writing).
• Ability to see the big picture while maintaining attention to detail.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5+ years experience as a Laravel / PHP developer.
• Minimum of bachelors in Computer Science or related field
• Train Junior developers to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment for junior engineers.
• Mentor the progress of junior engineers, providing feedback on their work, and helping them identify areas for improvement.