CIMET - Technical Lead - PHP/Laravel

Description

Key Accountabliities

Technical Leadership & Architecture :

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of complex, scalable backend systems using Laravel and Lumen frameworks.
• Define and enforce coding standards, architecture principles, and best practices across the backend team.
• Architect and implement modular, reusable APIs with strong security, performance, and scalability considerations.
• Review existing systems and recommend improvements in microservices architecture, caching, and API versioning.
• Collaborate with solution architects and DevOps engineers to align with overall platform strategy and CI/CD pipelines.
  

Team Management & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor a team of 3 to 6 backend developers, ensuring technical excellence and professional growth.
• Conduct regular code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to quality and performance standards.
• Plan, prioritize, and oversee sprint deliverables in collaboration with the Scrum Master or Product Owner.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, automation, and proactive problem-solving within the team.
  

Development & Delivery

• Oversee the development of high-quality web applications and RESTful APIs ensuring modularity and maintainability.
• Ensure smooth integration of frontend (ReactJS) components with backend services.
• Conduct unit, integration, and load testing, ensuring production-grade reliability.
• Collaborate closely with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams for smooth end-to-end delivery.
• Maintain detailed API documentation using Postman or Swagger for internal and external consumption.
  

Process & Governance

• Manage Git-based workflows (branching, merging, release tagging) and promote effective version control practices.
• Participate in architecture reviews, sprint ceremonies, and technical planning sessions.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring adherence to security, compliance (ISO 27001), and performance standards.
  

Your Skills And Experience

• 8+ years of commercial experience in backend development, with at least 2+ years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Strong expertise in PHP (Laravel, Lumen) and JavaScript (NodeJS).
• Hands-on experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and MongoDB.
• Proven experience in RESTful API design, GraphQL, and microservice communication patterns.
• Proficiency with Git and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker) and cloud deployment (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.