Remote PHP/Symfony Backend Engineer – APIs & Integrations

Linux Association of Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Smooth Commerce is seeking a Backend PHP Developer to build and scale server-side systems powering our SaaS platform. You will develop robust APIs for mobile and web clients and integrate with third-party platforms like POS, payment providers, and delivery services to support QSR and retail solutions.

The role emphasizes modular design, security, and scalable backend performance in a fast-paced environment. Remote work with Canada-based flexibility is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of backend development experience (PHP/Symfony, APIs, integrations).
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with strong communication.
• Experience with building scalable REST APIs and platform integrations.

Responsibilities

• API & Backend Development: Build scalable backend services using PHP (Symfony) and MySQL.
• Platform Integrations: Lead third-party integrations (POS, payment gateways, delivery).
• System Architecture & Optimization: Design modular, testable code; optimize queries.
• Agile Collaboration & Delivery: Participate in Scrum ceremonies; work with cross-functional teams.
• Mentorship & Documentation: Document system behavior and promote best practices (security, CI/CD, DevOps).

Skills

Communication

Agile collaboration

Tools

Git

CI/CD

Jenkins

Docker

Ansible

AWS

Redis

Job description

Smooth Commerce is seeking a Backend PHP Developer to build and scale server-side systems powering our SaaS platform. You will develop robust APIs for mobile and web clients and integrate with third-party platforms like POS, payment providers, and delivery services to support QSR and retail solutions.

The role emphasizes modular design, security, and scalable backend performance in a fast-paced environment. Remote work with Canada-based flexibility is offered.