Remote PHP Backend Engineer
This is a unique opportunity to drive the core platform's backend using PHP 7.2, Symfony 5.x, MySQL, and Redis within a microservices architecture.
About the Role
We're seeking a seasoned PHP Backend Engineer (Symfony) with a strong command of PHP 7.2 and hands-on work using Symfony 5.x. You'll be responsible for building scalable, fault-tolerant, and observable distributed systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Built solid understanding of microservices architecture and its application in real-world projects.
* Have deep experience working with MySQL and Redis for data storage and caching.
* Proficient in writing automated tests using PHPUnit and Mockery.
* Experience using Docker for local development and deployment workflows.
* Exposure to CI/CD practices, with hands-on use of GitHub Actions and Swagger for API documentation.
* Experience integrating with external systems such as Salesforce.
* Familiarity with AWS (and ideally some GCP exposure) to support cloud-based infrastructure and deployments.
* Strong communication and collaboration skills, able to operate independently and drive projects with minimal supervision.
Nice to Have
* 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.
About Us
We offer competitive pay in USD, fully remote work environment, better personal growth opportunities, and investments in social good.