PHP Developer

GBL Tech; Portugal; Presencial; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

GBL Tech is seeking a PHP Application Developer to join a technical team focused on building and evolving robust business applications in Portugal. You will design, implement, and maintain backend software using PHP, Symfony, and Laravel, with a strong emphasis on reliability and performance.

The role requires 4–5 years of hands-on experience in PHP development, solid Symfony/Laravel knowledge, and deep MySQL database skills to optimize data interactions and scalability.

Qualificações

• 4–5 years of professional experience as a PHP Application Developer.
• Solid experience with Symfony and/or Laravel.
• Strong practical knowledge of MySQL and relational database concepts.
• Experience developing and maintaining backend applications with a focus on scalability and performance.

Responsabilidades

• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain business-critical applications using PHP, with a focus on application logic and software quality.
• Backend Engineering: Build and enhance application components using Symfony and/or Laravel, following clean, maintainable development practices.
• Database Development: Work extensively with MySQL, designing and optimizing data structures and ensuring efficient application-to-database interactions.
• Application Evolution: Analyse existing solutions, implement new functionalities, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve performance and reliability.
• Technical Collaboration: Work closely with other technical stakeholders to translate requirements into effective application solutions.

Conhecimentos

PHP

Symfony

Laravel

MySQL

Descrição da oferta de emprego

At GBL Tech, we drive high-impact technology careers through specialization and scale. We operate across critical digital ecosystems — from Fintech to Smart Industry — connecting talent with technically challenging projects and modern stacks.

The Role

We're looking for a PHP Application Developer to join a technical team focused on building and evolving robust business applications. This role is suited for a developer who goes beyond web development, working at application level to design, implement, and maintain reliable software solutions using modern PHP frameworks and relational databases.

Your Mission:

Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain business-critical applications using PHP, with a strong focus on application logic and software quality.

Backend Engineering: Build and enhance application components using Symfony and/or Laravel, following clean, maintainable, and scalable development practices.

Database Development: Work extensively with MySQL, designing and optimizing data structures and ensuring efficient application-to-database interactions.

Application Evolution: Analyse existing solutions, implement new functionalities, troubleshoot issues, and continuously improve application performance and reliability.

Technical Collaboration: Work closely with other technical stakeholders to translate requirements into effective application solutions and contribute to the continuous evolution of the platform.

What We Are Looking For:

PHP Expertise: 4–5 years of professional experience as a PHP Application Developer, with strong hands‑on development experience.

Framework Knowledge: Solid experience with Symfony and/or Laravel.

Database Skills: Strong practical knowledge of MySQL and relational database concepts.

Application Mindset: Experience developing and maintaining applications, with a focus on backend logic, scalability, maintainability, and performance rather than traditional website development.

Engineering Practices: Ability to work autonomously, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute effectively within a collaborative development environment.

Interested?

If this project speaks to you, or you're looking for a similar challenge, we'd love to hear from you.