Software Engineer

Bet On Talent; Hinoba-an; Hybrid; PHP 3,551,000 - 6,392,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global team environment

28 days paid time off

Job summary

Bet On Talent is seeking an experienced Laravel/PHP backend developer to join a hybrid team operating from Malta or remotely from Europe. You will build and maintain a high-performance backend platform, architect scalable solutions, and ensure secure routing and data validation.

The role emphasizes test-driven development with PHPUnit and strong collaboration with frontend and product teams. You will deploy and manage CI/CD pipelines in Bitbucket and AWS, optimize PostgreSQL/MySQL queries, and

Qualifications

• Must have strong Laravel/PHP backend experience.
• Experience designing scalable backend architectures.
• Proficiency with PHPUnit and TDD practices.
• CI/CD experience using Bitbucket and AWS.
• Strong database design and query optimization skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-performance backend platforms with Laravel/PHP.
• Architect scalable solutions and manage application surface across service layers.
• Ensure secure, well-validated routing and data handling.
• Lead code quality through reviews and PHP-CS-Fixer/Pint usage.
• Write robust tests with PHPUnit/Mockery/Faker and ensure platform stability.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and design teams to deliver features end-to-end.
• Manage deployments/CI-CD in Bitbucket/AWS.Optimize database performance (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and ensure 24/7 reliability.
• Troubleshoot using Telescope/Collision and monitor with observability tools.

Skills

Laravel

PHP 8.x

PostgreSQL

MySQL

TDD / PHPUnit

AWS

Bitbucket

Docker

RESTful APIs

AI/LLM integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Laravel Sail

PHPStorm

Git

Job description

Location: Hybrid from Malta or Remote from Europe
Schedule: CET Schedule, Monday to Friday

Core Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a high-performance backend platform using PHP and Laravel.

• Architect scalable solutions using layered directories.

• Manage the application surface, ensuring seamless integration across a large service layer.

• Implement secure and efficient routing using middleware-protected routes and FormRequests for data validation.

• Ensure high code quality through rigorous code reviews and the use of PHP-CS-Fixer and Pint.

• Write and maintain robust test suites using PHPUnit, Mockery, and Faker to ensure platform stability.

• Collaborate closely with frontend (Next.js/React), product, and design teams to deliver end-to-end features.

• Manage deployments and CI/CD pipelines within Bitbucket and AWS environments.

• Optimize database performance and schema design within PostgreSQL/MySQL.

• Troubleshoot and monitor applications using Telescope and Collision to maintain 24/7 reliability.

Technical Profile

• Deep experience with modern Laravel (11.x) and PHP 8.2+.

• Strong understanding of layered architecture, Repository patterns, and Service Providers.

• Proficiency in PHPUnit and TDD practices, including the use of Mockery and Sail.

• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL/MySQL, including query optimization and indexing strategies.

• Comfortable with the modern PHP ecosystem (Pint, PHP-CS-Fixer, Telescope).

• Extensive experience with Bitbucket workflows and deploying to AWS.

• Ability to navigate and contribute to a "large application surface" with complex dependencies.

• Direct experience integrating AI-powered features or LLM APIs into backend services.

• Knowledge of Docker-based development environments (Laravel Sail).

Preferred/Bonus Qualifications

• Background in iGaming, Sportsbook, or Fintech platforms.

• Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ).

• Experience with observability tools and performance monitoring in high-traffic environments

• Knowledge of Golang

What's in it for you

• The opportunity to bring your expertise and have a direct impact on a rapidly growing platform.

• A truly global work environment with colleagues from around the world.

• A culture that values ambition, creativity, and technical excellence.

• 28 days paid time off & public holidays.