PHP Backend Engineer: Laravel & API Expert

SDF Systems

United States

Remote

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

SDF Systems is seeking a PHP Developer to build and maintain server-side applications. You will design backend architecture and integrate databases while writing scalable PHP code.

Responsibilities include API integration, database design, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. Strong OOP PHP and experience with Laravel or Symfony are expected, along with Git and Composer proficiency.

Qualifications

  • Advanced knowledge of object-oriented PHP.
  • Experience with Laravel, Symfony, CodeIgniter, or CakePHP.
  • Familiarity with Git and Composer.
  • Experience with WordPress/WooCommerce/Magento.

Responsibilities

  • Server-Side Development: Writing clean, reusable PHP code.
  • Database Management: Design and optimize MySQL, MariaDB, or PostgreSQL databases.
  • API Integration: Build and consume RESTful APIs for frontend services.
  • Maintenance: Troubleshoot performance bottlenecks and fix bugs.
  • Collaboration: Work with front-end developers, designers, and PMs in Agile.

Skills

PHP (OOP)
Laravel
Symfony
CodeIgniter
CakePHP

Tools

Git
Composer

Job description

SDF Systems is seeking a PHP Developer to build and maintain server-side applications. You will design backend architecture and integrate databases while writing scalable PHP code.

Responsibilities include API integration, database design, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. Strong OOP PHP and experience with Laravel or Symfony are expected, along with Git and Composer proficiency.

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