Senior PHP Developer

Job Description

• Architect and develop scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems using modern PHP (Laravel).
• Design, implement, and optimize relational (MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis, MongoDB).
• Optimize performance, security, and scalability of the backend stack (caching, database indexing, etc.).
• Apply SOLID principles, OOP, and design patterns to ensure maintainable and reusable code.
• Develop tools and applications by producing clean, efficient code
• Automate tasks through appropriate tools and scripting
• Contribute to the move toward modular or microservices architecture.
• Write unit and integration tests, and work with QA to automate testing processes.
• Lead a team of mid-level and junior PHP developers, including daily coordination, mentoring, and technical guidance.
• Create technical documentation for architecture, API contracts, and integration flows.
• Ensure software is up-to-date with latest technologies

Job Requirements

• 5+ years of backed Senior Software Engineer experience with PHP.
• Deep knowledge of OOP, MVC, SOLID, Design Patterns.
• Experience using system monitoring tools (e.g. New Relic) and automated testing frameworks
• In-depth knowledge of relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g. MongoDB)
• Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• BSc/BA in Computer Science or a related degree

Nice to Have

• Experience in modular monoliths or microservices architecture.
• Experience in GoLang .
• Experience in frontend ( Vue.Js)
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps processes, and cloud environments (AWS, DigitalOcean).
• Experience in travel industry.