We are seeking a skilled PHP & Azure Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and cloud-native solutions. The ideal candidate has strong experience in modern PHP frameworks and hands-on expertise with Microsoft Azure services, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud architecture.
You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, high-performance applications aligned with business objectives.
Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain web applications using PHP
Architect and deploy cloud-based solutions on Microsoft Azure
Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices
Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
Integrate third-party APIs and enterprise systems
Write clean, testable, and well-documented code
Perform code reviews and maintain coding standards
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems
Implement security best practices in both application and cloud infrastructure
Qualifications
3+ years of professional PHP development experience
Strong proficiency in:
PHP 7/8+
MySQL/PostgreSQL
REST API development
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure, including:
Azure App Services
Azure Functions
Azure SQL / Cosmos DB
Azure Storage
Azure DevOps
Engagement Expectations
Collaborate with enterprise clients globally via Lifted.
Provide proactive updates and deliverables to clients and Lifted management.
Ensure compliance with Lifted’s quality, security, and client satisfaction standards.
Freelancer Hardware and Network Requirements
The Freelancer will provide their own tools at their own expense, including necessary hardware and software, and further agrees that the freelancer’s tools will meet the following device and tool requirements. Accepting this agreement without meeting these requirements will be considered a material breach and possible grounds for terminating the agreement:
Device and Tool Requirements
A laptop/PC with DUAL boot:
Boot 1: Personal and work partition.
Boot 2: Environment dedicated to the project.
Operating System: Windows 11 Pro compatible (latest updates installed and activated with a genuine product key).
Memory: Minimum of 16GB RAM
Processor: At least Intel 8th generation (Coffee Lake / Newer) or equivalent in AMD.
Module: Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 version is required.
Storage: Minimum of 160GB SSD with 64 GB free space for the partition.
Network: LAN (local access network) required. Freelancers will not connect to the provided systems and tools using WiFi.
Internet Speed: Minimum of 50 Mbps upload/download speed.
Antivirus: No 3rd-party antivirus software installed. Only Microsoft Defender is allowed with the latest update.
Webcam: Required and must be Microsoft Teams compatible with at least 720p resolution.
Microphone and Headset: Required and must be USB type 3.0, Microsoft Teams compliant, with background noise cancellation.
Monitor: Strongly suggest and prefer that freelancers use dual monitors. At least one monitor is required to have at least 1368x720 or higher resolution.
Why This Role?
Lead Microsoft Cloud transformation projects for enterprise clients.
Flexible remote work with global teams and industries.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of professional PHP development experience
- PHP 7/8+
- MySQL or PostgreSQL experience
- REST API development experience
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure
- Experience with Azure App Services
- Experience with Azure Functions
- Experience with Azure SQL or Cosmos DB
- Experience with Azure Storage
- Experience with Azure DevOps
- Experience building microservices
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
- Ability to write clean, testable, well-documented code and perform code reviews
- Monitoring and troubleshooting production systems
- Implement application and cloud infrastructure security best practices
- Provide own hardware and software tools (freelancer provided)
- Dual-boot laptop/PC with separate work environment
- Windows 11 Pro (latest updates, genuine product key)
- Minimum 16GB RAM
- Processor: Intel 8th generation or equivalent AMD
- Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0
- Minimum 160GB SSD with 64GB free for partition
- LAN connection required (no WiFi for connecting to provided systems)
- Internet speed: minimum 50 Mbps upload/download
- No third-party antivirus; Microsoft Defender only
- Webcam (Microsoft Teams compatible, at least 720p)
- Microphone and headset USB 3.0, Microsoft Teams compliant, noise cancellation
- At least one monitor with 1368x720 or higher resolution (dual monitors preferred)
What We Do
Lifted, an Upwork Company, is a B2B SaaS platform that helps enterprise organizations source, contract, manage, and pay contingent talent globally and compliantly. It supports multiple engagement models, including independent contractors, staff augmentation, and employer-of-record, while integrating with MSPs and VMSs to provide centralized visibility, spend control, and audit-ready compliance, delivering a white-labeled talent experience for hiring managers and contingent workforce programs.

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