The Role
Lead backend development for critical product modules using PHP and Laravel. Design scalable RESTful APIs and services, own features through production, improve performance and security, lead debugging and architecture decisions, review code, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with Product, QA, Frontend, and DevOps teams. The role also addresses technical debt, system bottlenecks, documentation, coding standards, and reliable delivery.
Summary Generated by Built In
We are seeking an experienced Senior PHP Laravel Developer to lead backend development for critical product modules. In this role, you will own system design and implementation, drive performance and scalability improvements, and mentor junior engineers, while collaborating closely with Product, QA, Frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions.
- Design, develop, and maintain complex backend systems using PHP & Laravel
- Own end-to-end delivery of assigned product modules from design to production
- Architect and implement scalable, secure RESTful APIs and backend services
- Lead code reviews and mentor junior developers, promoting best practices and code quality
- Collaborate with Product, QA, DevOps, and Frontend teams on feature planning and releases
- Drive improvements in application performance, scalability, security, and reliability
- Lead debugging and root-cause analysis of production issues
- Actively participate in technical decision-making and system architecture discussions
- Ensure adherence to coding standards, documentation, and quality benchmarks
- Identify and proactively address technical debt and system bottlenecks
- 5–8 years of professional experience in PHP development with strong Laravel expertise
- Advanced knowledge of sql / no-sql database design and optimization (MySQL, MONGODB)
- Extensive experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
- Strong understanding of MVC architecture and SOLID principles, PSR standards and system design best practices
- Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines
- Solid grasp of authentication, authorization, and application security
- Proven ability to own features end-to-end and drive them independently
- Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders
- Experience with Angular or modern frontend frameworks
- Exposure to LMS / SaaS / EdTech platforms
- Hands-on experience with Redis, queues, background jobs, and cron management
- Experience deploying and managing applications on AWS or other cloud platforms
- Prior experience mentoring or leading development teams
Skills Required
- 5-8 years of professional PHP development experience with strong Laravel expertise
- Advanced knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database design and optimization, including MySQL and MongoDB
- Extensive experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs
- Strong understanding of MVC architecture, SOLID principles, PSR standards, and system design best practices
- Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines
- Understanding of authentication, authorization, and application security
- Ability to own features end-to-end and drive them independently
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience with Angular or modern frontend frameworks
- Exposure to LMS, SaaS, or EdTech platforms
- Experience with Redis, queues, background jobs, and cron management
- Experience deploying and managing applications on AWS or other cloud platforms
- Prior experience mentoring or leading development teams
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The Company
What We Do
UniAthena is a global online learning platform offering flexible, self-paced education through free short courses, professional certifications, diploma programs, MBA and master’s degrees, doctoral programs, and other internationally relevant qualifications. Its mission is to make quality education accessible and affordable for learners worldwide, with academic programs and credentials offered through partnerships with accredited and globally renowned universities and professional qualification bodies.
