Senior Backend Developer - PHP Laravel

Sembark Tech. Pvt. Ltd; Jaipur; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Sembark Tech. Pvt. Ltd, a Jaipur-based bootstrapped SaaS startup disrupting travel, seeks an experienced backend developer to design and maintain scalable Laravel/MySQL systems, build RESTful APIs, and optimize performance.

Join a fast-growing team that collaborates with CXOs on core product development, embraces Agile practices, and offers continuous learning in a dynamic, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

• BTech / MTech in Computer Science or related fields is mandatory.
• Strong experience with Laravel and MySQL, and designing RESTful APIs for performance and scalability.
• Deep understanding of database architecture, query optimization, and data modeling.
• Experience integrating and validating large-scale 3rd-party APIs with robust error handling.
• Familiarity with Git and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines).
• Team-oriented with Agile/Scrum practices and ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems using PHP (Laravel) and MySQL.
• Design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs for frontend/mobile integrations.
• Enhance performance through query optimization, caching, and scalability strategies.
• Hands-on development, data massaging, and testing for 3rd-party content, booking, and availability APIs.
• Ensure high availability and fault tolerance with robust error handling.
• Implement secure authentication and data protection best practices.
• Maintain clear documentation of code and processes.

Skills

Laravel

MySQL

RESTful APIs

Git

CI/CD

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Education

BTech / MTech in Computer Science

Tools

Git

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.
• Hands-on development, feasibility assessment, data massaging, and rigorous sanity testing for 3rd-party content, booking, and availability service API integrations.
• 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.

Requirements:

• 4+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with a strong focus on Laravel and MySQL.
• BTech / MTech in Computer Science or related fields is mandatory.
• 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.
• Proven experience in integrating and validating large-scale 3rd-party APIs, with strong skills in data structuring, error handling, and testing for reliability and performance.
• 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 development vertical for the organisation.
• Continuous learning and development opportunities