Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role based in El Sheikh Zaid, for the Back-End Developer.
We are looking for a highly skilled PHP Developer to design, develop, and maintain robust web applications. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in PHP, a solid understanding of backend architecture, and the ability to lead by example through code quality, problem-solving, and mentoring junior developers.
Requirements
- 4+ years of professional experience in PHP development
- Strong experience with PHP frameworks (Laravel preferred)
- Excellent understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
- Solid knowledge of MySQL, database design, and performance optimization
- Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs
- Experience with MongoDB
- Experience with Docker
- Familiarity with HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Experience with Linux-based environments
- Knowledge of security best practices (authentication, authorization, data protection)
- Understanding of CI/CD concepts and deployment workflows
- Proficient in version control systems (Git)
- Experience with Elasticsearch is a plus
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using PHP
- Work extensively with PHP frameworks such as Laravel or Symfony
- Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services
- Ensure high performance, security, and responsiveness of applications
- Optimize database structures and queries using MySQL
- Apply OOP principles, MVC architecture, and design patterns
- Collaborate closely with frontend developers, QA, product owners, and stakeholders
- Participate in system architecture and technical decision-making
- Review code, enforce coding standards, and ensure best practices
- Mentor and support junior and mid-level developers
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues
- Integrate third-party APIs and services
- Participate in deployment processes and CI/CD pipelines
- Write and maintain technical documentation when needed
