Backend Developer - PHP Laravel

Sembark Tech. Pvt. Ltd; Jaipur; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Dynamic startup environment

Career growth opportunities

CXO exposure

Job summary

Sembark Tech. Pvt. Ltd, Jaipur, seeks an experienced backend developer to architect and build scalable systems using Laravel and MySQL. You will design RESTful APIs, optimize performance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust backend solutions.

Join a bootstrapped, profitable startup with opportunities to work with CXOs and shape core product & tech verticals in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of backend development with Laravel and MySQL
• Strong experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs
• Deep knowledge of database architecture and data modeling
• Familiarity with Git and modern DevOps (CI/CD)
• Backend performance tuning, caching, load balancing
• Agile/Scrum team collaboration and delivering under deadlines
• Bonus: cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure)

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using PHP (Laravel) and MySQL.
• Design and optimize RESTful APIs for frontend and mobile integrations.
• Improve performance with caching and scalability strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into backend solutions.
• Ensure high availability and robust error handling and debugging.
• Implement secure user authentication and data protection best practices.
• Maintain clear documentation of code and processes.
• Stay updated with backend technologies and propose innovations.

Skills

Laravel

MySQL

RESTful APIs

Performance tuning

Caching

Load balancing

Agile/Scrum

Git

Tools

Git

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Google Cloud

Azure

Job description

We are a dynamic B2B SaaS startup disrupting the travel industry with innovative management solutions. Sembark developed a game-changing Saas platform for tour operators and destination management companies (DMCs), offering cutting-edge tools to streamline internal tasks and tour operations with enhanced customer experiences.

Our innovative tools slash turnaround time by 80%, unleashing 40% greater operational productivity, and 90% on-time payments.

We are a bootstrapped, profitable startup based out of Jaipur, India. You can visit our website to learn more about us. We are a bunch of serial entrepreneurs out of IIT Kanpur & NIT Kurukshetra.

Responsibilities:

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems using PHP (Laravel) and MySQL.
• Design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs to power seamless integrations with frontend and mobile platforms.
• Enhance system performance through robust query optimization, caching mechanisms, and scalability strategies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into efficient backend solutions.
• Ensure high availability and fault tolerance through robust error-handling and debugging practices.
• Implement secure, best-practice methodologies for user authentication, data protection, and system integrity.
• Maintain clear, concise, and professional documentation of code and processes.
• Stay at the forefront of backend technologies and bring innovative solutions to complex challenges.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with a strong focus on Laravel and MySQL.
• Deep expertise in crafting and consuming RESTful APIs, with an eye for performance and scalability.
• Advanced understanding of database architecture, query optimization, and data modeling.
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines).
• Strong foundation in backend performance tuning, load balancing, and server-side caching techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex systems and deliver scalable solutions.
• A team player who thrives in Agile/Scrum environments, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
• Bonus: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team in a fast-growing startup environment.
• Chance to work directly with CXOs and set up the core product & tech vertical for the organisation.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities.