Lead PHP/Symfony Engineer (Remote, Full-Time) - [HR191] (PK)

Embedded Shishya; Lahore; Remote; PKR 25,034,770 - 38,942,976; Full time

Job summary

Smart Working is seeking a Senior Symfony & PHP Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain the core backend systems of our products. You’ll work in an Agile team, collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers to build scalable, reliable features that solve real‑world problems.

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys clean code, leading technical discussions, mentoring others, and shipping tested solutions that meet business needs.

Qualifications

• Proven Symfony experience required.
• Strong PHP backend skills.
• Experience working in Agile teams.
• Mentoring or leading technical discussions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain core backend systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to ship features.
• Deliver scalable, reliable solutions that meet business needs.

Skills

Symfony

PHP

Job description

About Smart Working

At Smart Working, we believe the right job should do more than just look good on your CV. It should feel right every single day. We’re not just offering remote roles. We’re building meaningful career paths for people who want to grow with global teams that value their impact. Our mission is to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with long-term, full-time roles that make a difference. We partner with companies that invest in your success and empower you to thrive, personally and professionally. Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to work in a truly remote‑first world.

About the Role

Important: Laravel‑only experience is not qualifying — proven Symfony experience is mandatory!!! We’re hiring a Senior Symfony & PHP Software Engineer to help design, build, and maintain the core backend systems of our products. You’ll work as part of an Agile team, collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers to build scalable, reliable features that solve real‑world problems. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys clean code, leading technical discussions, mentoring others, and shipping tested solutions that meet business needs.