Software Engineer - Backend

SellAnyCar.com; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Dubai is seeking a skilled software developer to join their team. You will be involved in leading development efforts, mentoring juniors, and ensuring high code quality. Ideal candidates should have a strong background in PHP or Node.js, experience with Agile methodologies, and a passion for performance optimization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in software development.
• Expertise in PHP or Node.js, with proficiency in large web applications.
• Experience with PHP frameworks like Laravel, Symfony.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new features and improve code quality.
• Contribute to application optimization and code audits.
• Mentor junior team members and work with stakeholders on requirements.

Skills

PHP

Node.js

Debugging

Code Review

Agile Development

JIRA

Performance Optimization

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Tools

GIT

Job description

• Work as part of a cross functional team to help and lead the development of new features
• Show off your code review, debugging and refactoring skills, taking advantage of every opportunity to make the codebase better
• Contribute to application improvement & optimization (through code audits, refactoring, caching, architecture changes).
• Write DRY code while using various best practices
• Help define requirements for new features and assist with Sprint planning
• Work with business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements
• Participate in regular showcases of new work to the product owners and business stakeholders
• Strive for continuous improvement within the team
• Mentor more junior members of the team
• Passionate about building and optimizing performance
• Ability to work in an Agile and high-paced environment
• Happy to take technical leadership on project work
• Work closely with the product team

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

• BSc in computer science or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 3 years experience
• Expert on PHP or Nodejs
• PHP proficiency in large, scalable web applications
• Experience with PHP frameworks ( Laravel, Symfony etc.).
• Understanding of version control systems such as GIT.
• Experience with Agile development and JIRA.
• Basic understanding of Unix commands and environments.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

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