Senior PHP & Symfony Software Engineer, (Remote, Full-Stack) - [HR129]

Smart Working; Delhi; Remote; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fixed Shifts: 12 PM - 9:30 PM IST or 1 PM - 10:30 PM IST

No Weekend Work

Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance

Mentorship and community support

Long-term career development

Job summary

A technology company in Delhi is seeking a Senior PHP & Symfony Software Engineer to develop high-quality backend systems. This role involves working in a collaborative Agile team, focusing on code quality and accountability. Candidates should have over 5 years of PHP experience, with at least 3 years using the Symfony framework. Key responsibilities include designing systems, mentoring others, and promoting Test-Driven Development. This position offers a supportive remote-first environment with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience with PHP.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Symfony framework.
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality backend systems using PHP and Symfony.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code that meets quality standards.
• Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams to deliver robust solutions.

Skills

PHP (7.4 / 8+)

Symfony framework

Design patterns

Unit and integration testing

Test-Driven Development (TDD)

CI/CD pipelines

Technical communication

Ownership mindset

Tools

PHPUnit

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

At Smart Working, we believe the right job should do more than strengthen your CV — it should challenge you, inspire you, and feel right every day. We connect experienced professionals with long‑term, full‑time remote roles where engineering excellence truly matters.

Our mission is to remove geographic barriers and match top talent with global teams building high‑impact, mission‑critical products. We partner with companies that value precision, ownership, and long‑term growth, empowering our people to thrive both professionally and personally.

Join one of the highest‑rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to work in a truly remote‑first environment.

About the Role

Important: Laravel‑only experience is not qualifying — proven Symfony experience is mandatory!!!

We’re hiring a Senior PHP & Symfony Software Engineer to work on mission‑critical backend systems where code quality, reliability, and accountability are non‑negotiable. This role goes far beyond feature delivery — it’s about engineering craftsmanship, technical ownership, and building systems you can truly stand behind.

You’ll be part of a highly collaborative Agile team, working closely with product, QA, and other engineers across the full lifecycle — from ticket definition and design through testing, review, and production deployment. This role is ideal for someone who values clean architecture, Test‑Driven Development, thoughtful technical decisions, and mentoring others while building robust, scalable solutions.

At Smart Working, we believe the right job should do more than strengthen your CV — it should challenge you, inspire you, and feel right every day. We connect experienced professionals with long‑term, full‑time remote roles where engineering excellence truly matters.

Our mission is to remove geographic barriers and match top talent with global teams building high‑impact, mission‑critical products. We partner with companies that value precision, ownership, and long‑term growth, empowering our people to thrive both professionally and personally.

Join one of the highest‑rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to work in a truly remote‑first environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high‑quality backend systems using PHP and Symfony
• Own features end‑to‑end, from ticket creation and technical design to production release
• Write clean, strongly‑typed, maintainable, and testable code that meets strict quality standards
• Apply design patterns thoughtfully and consistently
• Build and maintain comprehensive automated test coverage using PHPUnit and similar tools
• Follow and promote Test‑Driven Development (TDD) practices
• Use static analysis, linters, and code quality tools to ensure reliability and consistency
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and QA teams to deliver robust solutions
• Break down complex initiatives into well‑defined, actionable tasks and guide implementation
• Monitor systems and participate in a rotating on‑call schedule when required
• Promote secure coding practices and ensure code is free from known vulnerabilities
• Document architecture, decisions, and processes to support team‑wide knowledge sharing
• Mentor junior and mid‑level engineers and contribute to a strong engineering culture

Requirements

• 5+ years of professional experience with PHP (7.4 / 8+)
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience with the Symfony framework
• Strong understanding and practical use of design patterns
• Solid experience with unit and integration testing (PHPUnit, Behat, or similar)
• Hands‑on experience with Test‑Driven Development (TDD)
• Familiarity with static analysis tools (PHPStan, Psalm, or similar)
• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines, code coverage, and deployment workflows
• Excellent technical communication skills and ability to explain and defend technical decisions
• High ownership mindset and strong sense of accountability

Nice‑to‑Have

• Experience working with MongoDB
• Familiarity with JavaScript, React, Node.js, and/or TypeScript
• Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes
• Experience working on high‑availability or mission‑critical systems

Benefits

• Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)
• No Weekend Work: Real work‑life balance, not just words
• Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided
• Support That Matters: Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared
• True Belonging: A long‑term career where your contributions are valued

At Smart Working, you’ll never be just another remote hire.

Be a Smart Worker — valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.

If that sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to hear your story.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.