Backend Engineer (PHP) - Remote Work | REF#290467

BairesDev; Veracruz; Remote; MXN 1,107,000 - 1,809,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

USD or local currency payment

Home office setup

Flexible hours

Parental leave

Diverse global team

Mentorship and growth

Job summary

BairesDev is seeking a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP to design, develop, and maintain high-performance web applications and APIs, modernizing legacy systems and delivering scalable solutions. You’ll use PHP 7.4+/8+, Laravel or Symfony, and databases like MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL to build robust services, design RESTful APIs, and lead refactoring for performance and security.

This 100% remote role offers flexible hours, USD or local currency compensation, home setup, and a global,

Qualifications

• 4+ years of Backend Engineering experience focused on PHP development.
• Proven expertise with PHP 7.4+/8+ and MVC frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Strong hands-on experience in designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Solid proficiency in SQL databases: MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL.
• Experience modernizing and refactoring legacy code for performance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using PHP 7.4+/8+ and frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to support frontend integrations and third-party services.
• Lead refactoring to improve maintainability, performance, and security.
• Manage and optimize database schemas and queries using MySQL/MariaDB/PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into efficient technical solutions.
• Ensure high code quality through testing, reviews, and best practices.

Skills

PHP development

RESTful APIs

Laravel or Symfony

SQL databases

Code refactoring

English proficiency

Tools

Laravel

Symfony

MySQL

MariaDB

PostgreSQL

Job description

At BairesDev®, we've been leading the way in technology projects for over 15 years. We deliver cutting-edge solutions to giants like Google and the most innovative startups in Silicon Valley.

Our diverse 4,000+ team, composed of the world's Top 1% of tech talent, works remotely on roles that drive significant impact worldwide.

When you apply for this position, you're taking the first step in a process that goes beyond the ordinary. We aim to align your passions and skills with our vacancies, setting you on a path to exceptional career development and success.

As a Backend Engineer specializing in PHP, you will build and maintain high-performance web applications and APIs. You will play a vital role in modernizing legacy systems and implementing clean, scalable solutions that align with modern software engineering standards.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services using PHP 7.4+/8+ and frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs to support seamless integration with frontend applications and third-party services.
• Lead refactoring efforts to improve codebase maintainability, performance, and security.
• Manage and optimize database schemas and queries using MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into efficient technical implementations.
• Ensure high code quality through comprehensive testing, code reviews, and adherence to best practices.

What We Are Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in Backend Engineering, focusing on PHP development.
• Proven expertise with PHP 7.4+/8+ and MVC frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.
• Strong hands-on experience in designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Solid proficiency in SQL databases, specifically MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL.
• Experience in modernizing and refactoring legacy codebases for improved performance.
• Advanced proficiency in English.

How we do make your work (and your life) easier:

• 100% remote work (from anywhere).
• Excellent compensation in USD or your local currency if preferred
• Hardware and software setup for you to work from home.
• Flexible hours: create your own schedule.
• Paid parental leaves, vacations, and national holidays.
• Innovative and multicultural work environment: collaborate and learn from the global Top 1% of talent.
• Supportive environment with mentorship, promotions, skill development, and diverse growth opportunities.

Join a global team where your unique talents can truly thrive and make a significant impact!