Senior Backend Developer (PHP)

Block Media Ltd; Málaga; A distancia; EUR 50.000 - 70.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A leading tech company in the Web3 space is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer (PHP) to work remotely. You will develop scalable backend services using Laravel and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience and a strong understanding of REST APIs and microservices. This is a full-time role with competitive salary options.

Formación

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Laravel or other modern PHP frameworks.
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture, REST APIs, and microservices.
• Experience with multi-tenant systems and secure backend development.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Laravel.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services.

Conocimientos

Laravel

REST APIs

Microservices

DevOps practices

JavaScript frameworks

Java

Communication skills

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Senior Backend Engineer (PHP) at Block Labs. This role is remote with UK or Europe-based work options.

About Block Labs

Block Labs is a leading force in the Web3 space, incubating, investing in, and accelerating top-tier fintech, crypto and iGaming projects. With a mission to shape the future of decentralized technology, we partner with visionary startups to raise funding, refine product-market fit, and grow their audiences. Our diverse team drives innovation, using deep industry expertise and an extensive network to empower the next wave of blockchain-driven companies. At Block Labs, we’re passionate about turning bold ideas into breakthrough success.

About The Role

We’re building a state-of-the-art, modular, multi-tenant iGaming platform. This role sits at the core of the engineering team responsible for developing scalable services, intuitive frontend interfaces, and seamless third-party integrations, including games. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you’ll work closely with the Tech Lead and cross-functional squads to deliver microservices and backend components. We’re looking for a polyglot mindset — comfortable adapting to different technologies as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Laravel.
• Collaborate with cross-functional squads to deliver high-quality features and integrations.
• Build multi-tenant features with clear data separation and high configurability.
• Integrate third-party APIs and services, including payment processors, game providers, wallets, and analytics tools.
• Ensure the performance, security, and observability of all systems.
• Write clean, maintainable code and conduct peer reviews.
• Support CI / CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment processes.
• Contribute to internal tools and libraries that improve engineering efficiency.

About You / Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience with Laravel or other modern PHP frameworks (e.g., Symfony, Phalcon).
• Strong understanding of modern software architecture, REST APIs, and microservices.
• Experience with multi-tenant systems, RBAC, and secure backend development.
• Exposure to observability practices, structured logging, and distributed systems.
• Comfortable working in cloud-native environments and using modern DevOps practices.
• Experience with Java or a modern JavaScript framework is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset in remote-first teams.
• Bonus : experience in the iGaming industry.

Additional Details

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Industry : IT Services and IT Consulting