Backend Developer, Laravel, AWS

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Design, create, and sustain scalable backend systems and APIs.

• Develop and enhance RESTful APIs while ensuring thorough documentation with tools such as Postman.

• Construct backend solutions using Laravel (version 8 or later) and oversee database performance.

• Optimize SQL queries, database structures, and overall system efficiency.

• Integrate external services like the Stripe API.

• Produce clean, testable, and maintainable code, which includes writing unit tests.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams utilizing Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

• Efficiently troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend challenges.

• Assist in deployment and server configuration using DigitalOcean or AWS.

⛳️ Requirements

• Proven experience in IT or software development, particularly with web or mobile applications.

• Exhibits a strong level of drive, ambition, and work ethic, with a continuous desire for improvement.

• Demonstrated ability to take ownership and deliver high-quality results.

• Prior experience as a Developer, Engineer, or Product Manager is a significant advantage.

• Knowledge of Agile software development frameworks.

• Extensive experience with Laravel (version 8 or later) and its ecosystem.

• Strong understanding of SQL schema design and SOLID principles.

• Background in MySQL optimization and performance profiling.

• In-depth knowledge of scalable architecture and backend design patterns.

• Experience in developing and documenting RESTful APIs utilizing Postman.

• Proficient in Git for version control and team collaboration.

• Experience in writing unit tests and creating testable, maintainable code.

• Practical experience with the Stripe API and its documentation.

• Familiarity with Nuxt.js and the integration of frontend and backend.

🏝️ Benefits

• Reliable internet connection (minimum 30 Mbps download / 10 Mbps upload).

• Must possess a personal laptop or desktop capable of managing development workloads.