Sr. PHP Laravel Developer

Role Overview: You are an experienced Senior Backend Developer (Laravel / PHP) responsible for designing, building, and scaling high-performance backend systems. Your main focus will be on architecture, code quality, and developing scalable REST APIs and data-driven systems. In addition, you will be working on complex applications, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the backend is secure, maintainable, and optimized. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Laravel 9+ and PHP 8+. - Build and manage RESTful APIs and webhooks for smooth data communication. - Optimize database performance (MySQL / PostgreSQL) and manage caching layers using Redis. - Implement and maintain JWT-based authentication and authorization flows. - Utilize Laravel Queues (Redis / SQS) for asynchronous task processing and scheduling. - Collaborate with frontend developers for seamless integration between ReactJS and Laravel APIs. - Conduct regular code reviews, ensure adherence to best practices, and maintain high code quality. - Maintain detailed technical documentation for all backend modules and APIs. Qualification Required: - Minimum 4 years of experience in backend development using Laravel. - Strong expertise in PHP 8+, Laravel 9+, and MySQL / PostgreSQL. - Hands-on experience building and consuming REST APIs. - Proficiency with Redis, Queues, and Task Scheduling in Laravel. - Strong understanding of version control (Git) and collaborative development workflows. - Familiarity with XML / JSON data handling and backend performance optimization. Additional Details: The company prefers candidates with experience in Docker or other containerized environments, familiarity with automated testing frameworks (PHPUnit / Pest), and understanding of basic frontend concepts (ReactJS) for smooth integration. Please note that the education requirement for this position is a Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. This is a Full-time, Permanent position with an in-person work location.,