Backend Engineer (PHP) - Remote Work

BairesDev; Antioquia; A distancia; COP 230.203.000 - 361.747.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Remote work

USD salary

Hardware provided

Flexible hours

Parental leave

Growth opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

BairesDev is seeking a Backend Engineer (PHP) to design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications and APIs. You will modernize legacy systems and implement scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams and maintaining code quality.

The role requires 4+ years in PHP backend development, expertise with PHP 7.4+/8+ and MVC frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony, and a strong command of SQL databases.

Formación

• 4+ years of experience in Backend Engineering focusing on PHP development.
• Proven expertise with PHP 7.4+/8+ and MVC frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Strong hands-on experience designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Solid proficiency with SQL databases (MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL).
• Experience modernizing and refactoring legacy codebases for performance.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using PHP and MVC frameworks.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to support frontend and third-party integrations.
• Lead refactoring to improve code quality, performance, and security.
• Manage database schemas and queries across MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Ensure high code quality through testing, reviews, and best practices.

Conocimientos

PHP development

PHP 7.4+/8+

MVC frameworks

RESTful APIs

SQL databases

English proficiency

Descripción del empleo

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

Backend Engineer (PHP) at BairesDev

As a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP, you will build and maintain high-performance web applications and APIs. You will play a vital role in modernizing legacy systems and implementing clean, scalable solutions that align with modern software engineering standards.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using PHP 7.4+/8+ and frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.


• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to support seamless integration with frontend applications and third-party services.


• Lead refactoring efforts to improve codebase maintainability, performance, and security.


• Manage and optimize database schemas and queries using MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into efficient technical implementations.


• Ensure high code quality through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.

What we are looking for:

• 4+ years of experience in Backend Engineering, focusing on PHP development.


• Proven expertise with PHP 7.4+/8+ and MVC frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.


• Strong hands-on experience in designing and building RESTful APIs.


• Solid proficiency in SQL databases, specifically MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL.


• Experience in modernizing and refactoring legacy codebases for improved performance.


• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).


• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred


• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.


• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.


• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and holidays.


• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.


• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.