Full-Stack Web Developer (CakePHP)

GreyB; Mohali; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Inc. is seeking a software engineer with a strong product mindset and system design experience to help build scalable, maintainable applications. You will work on CakePHP-based projects, integrate APIs, and optimize performance in a collaborative, cross-functional environment.

The role emphasizes designing pragmatic solutions, aligning technical decisions with business goals, and leveraging modern development workflows including Docker, RabbitMQ, and AI-assisted processes.

Qualifications

• Ability to break down complex problems and design scalable, maintainable systems.
• Familiarity with CakePHP and MVC architecture.
• Experience with APIs, web services, and automated testing (PHPUnit).
• Containerization with Docker and message brokers like RabbitMQ.

Skills

Problem-Solving

System Design

Product Mindset

Communication

Tools

CakePHP

APIs & Web Services

PHPUnit

Docker

RabbitMQ

AI Tools Integration

Job description

Key skills and Qualities

1. Problem-Solving & System Design:

o Ability to break down complex problems and find practical solutions.

o Experience with system design and building scalable, maintainable apps.

2. Product Mindset:

o Understand how technology supports business goals and helps improve the product.

o Think about both short-term and long-term impact when making decisions.

3. Communication Skills:

o Strong verbal and written communication skills for client interactions and teamwork.

Technical Skills

• Understanding of MVC framework concepts (candidate will primarily work on CakePHP).
• Experience working with web services, APIs, and integration.
• Knowledge of automated testing and tools like PHPUnit.
• Proficiency in optimizing the performance of CakePHP apps.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and message brokers like RabbitMQ.
• Comfortable working with AI tools and agents to integrate them into development processes and workflows.