PHP Backend Developer - Remote Opportunity
We are seeking a highly skilled PHP Backend Developer to join our team. This is a remote opportunity that requires the ability to work independently and drive projects with minimal supervision.
Salary
The salary for this position is competitive and paid in USD, allowing you to work globally while getting paid globally.
About the Job
This role involves driving the core platform's backend using PHP 7.2, Symfony 5.x, MySQL, and Redis within a microservices architecture. The successful candidate will have experience with AWS, Docker, and GitHub Actions to deliver robust, scalable solutions for underserved sports communities worldwide.
Required Skills and Qualifications
* Experience: 5+ years of professional experience in PHP development, with a strong command of PHP 7.2 and hands-on work using Symfony 5.x.
* Microservices Architecture: Solid understanding of microservices architecture and building scalable, fault-tolerant, and observable distributed systems.
* Database Management: Deep experience working with MySQL and Redis for data storage and caching.
* Testing: Proficient in writing automated tests using PHPUnit and Mockery.
* Docker: Experience using Docker for local development and deployment workflows.
* CI/CD: Exposure to CI/CD practices, with hands-on use of GitHub Actions and Swagger for API documentation.
* AWS: Experience integrating with external systems such as Salesforce, and comfortable with AWS (and ideally some GCP exposure) to support cloud-based infrastructure and deployments.
* Communication: Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to operate independently and drive projects with minimal supervision.
Benefits
* Competitive Pay: Work globally, get paid globally.
* Fully Remote: Simply said, we trust you.
* Better Me Fund: We invest in your personal growth and passions.
* Compassion is Key: Join a community that invests in social good.
Additional Information
* Familiarity with front-end technologies like JQuery and SASS(approximately 10% of your time will involve front-end work).
* Interest or prior experience in media or video streaming platforms.
* Knowledge of modern infrastructure observability tools like DataDog.