Senior Backend Engineer "Laravel"

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

Job summary

A leading tech company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Laravel/PHP Developer with over 5 years of experience. This role will involve developing scalable web applications, mentoring junior developers, and improving existing systems. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of PHP, SQL, and NoSQL technologies, alongside excellent communication skills. You will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation in the event ticketing industry. Join us to help shape the future of user experiences!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years experience as a Laravel/PHP developer.
• Strong knowledge of PHP and design patterns.
• Ability to mentor and train junior developers.

Responsibilities

• Develop scalable, secure, and functional web applications.
• Monitor industry developments to propose new features.
• Maintain and improve existing data structures.

Skills

Experience with SQL and NoSQL

Strong knowledge of PHP

MongoDB

RESTful JSON web API design

Version control systems like Git

Scrum and Agile methodology

Documentation skills

Multi-tasking and organization skills

Fluent English communication

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Do you want to love what you do at work? Make a real impact? Help shape experiences that transform how people connect, celebrate, and engage with events?

Are you excited to work with a team that challenges the status quo, breaks away from the ordinary, and builds what's next?

If yes, you're in the right place.

webook.com is one of the leading event ticketing and experience platforms, known for its innovation, agility, and ability to scale. We've powered some of the largest events in the region, with over 2 billion SAR in ticket sales and now we're expanding globally.

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.