Senior Software Engineer - Backend Engineering

Agency :

Job Description :

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, customize, and maintain web applications using PHP, Laravel, and WordPress.
• Create and manage custom WordPress themes and plugins.
• Build and optimize RESTful APIs for integrations.
• Write clean, secure, and reusable code following industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot, test, and maintain core product software to ensure strong optimization and functionality.
• Collaborate with designers, project managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality web solutions.
• Optimize websites for speed, performance, and SEO best practices.
• Manage database structures, queries, and migrations (MySQL/MariaDB).
• Ensure websites and applications are secure and scalable.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong proficiency in PHP (7.x/8.x).
• Hands-on experience with Laravel framework (middleware, queues, migrations, blade templates).
• Experience with headless WordPress or REST API/GraphQL.
• Strong working knowledge of WordPress (theme customization, plugin development, hooks, filters, ACF, WooCommerce).
• Solid understanding of MySQL, database design, and query optimization.
• Familiarity with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Tailwind.
• Understanding of OOP, MVC architecture, and design patterns.
• Experience with Git/GitHub or GitLab for version control.
• Ability to integrate third-party APIs and services.
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, IT, or equivalent (preferred).
• 2 5 years of professional experience in PHP, WordPress, and Laravel development (adjust based on level).
• Job Location - Andheri Chakala

Contract - Permanent.

Contract Type :

Here at Havas across the group we pride ourselves on being committed to offering equal opportunities to all potential employees and have zero tolerance for discrimination. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants irrespective of age, sex, race, ethnicity, disability and other factors that have no bearing on an individual s ability to perform their job.