Lead Backend PHP Engineer (Laravel)

SoftPeak is looking for a Lead / Senior PHP Backend Developer (Laravel) with a deep expertise in designing scalable software solutions, and ensuring successful project execution.
 

Requirements:

• 5+ years commercial experience with PHP (Laravel)
• Strong skills in SQL and relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), including schema design and query optimization
• Experience with AWS, Azure, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines
• Experience in designing RESTful APIs and implementing secure authentication (OAuth2, JWT), role-based access control, and multi-tenant systems
• Integration with external APIs and services (payments, calendar, conferencing, cloud storage, etc.)
• Experience in monitoring and optimizing production systems for scalability and uptime
• Experience in supporting on-premise deployments and private cloud environments
• English level B2
   

Responsibilities:

1. Develop backend features (Laravel) for web and mobile clients
2. Build, maintain, and document RESTful APIs;
3. Achieve and maintain high-volume usage, multi-tenancy, and third-party integrations
4. Implement and maintain secure and auditable authentication, authorization, and audit logging features
5. Integrate and manage external APIs (payment gateways, conferencing, calendar, storage)
6. Optimize performance, reliability, and scalability for both SaaS and on-premise clients
7. Collaborate in Agile teams, participate in architecture and code reviews, and contribute to technical documentation
    

Nice to have:

1. Understanding of accessibility and security standards (WCAG 2.1), GDPR, PCI-DSS, and SaaS licensing
    

Our offer includes:

• Full-time with flexible schedule.
• Autonomy in development processes.
• Performance reviews.
• Investment in your professional development (courses, workshops, lectures, and professional speakers).
• 15 days of paid vacation per year.
• 5 days of paid sick leave per year.
   

Our next steps:

• Please share your resume and a brief cover letter showcasing your experience and most interesting achievements in your career.
• Our recruiter will reach out to you and schedule the interview (if there is a potential fit between your experience and company’s projects);
• The online interview with the recruiter;
• The technical interview with the Technical Lead with live coding (90 mins);
• We’ll connect with your references to learn more about your achievements and work ethic.
• The offer will be yours! Let’s build something great together.

Please note that feedback with results of the CV review will be provided only in the event of a decision to consider your candidacy further.
The review period is 3-4 working days.