NewRich Network
Senior Backend Developer - PHP Laravel (Poland)
NewRich NetworkPoland13 days ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering
Come help us build the Newrich Network - the internet's newest platform designed to inspire and guide people toward living the Newrich Lifestyle.

At Newrich, we practice what we preach: living the Newrich Lifestyle means not only enjoying what you do for a living, but also prioritizing true work-life balance.

As a member of our team, your physical, mental, and spiritual well-being will be a priority. We deeply believe that a fulfilled life starts with balance - and we're committed to creating a work environment that supports exactly that.

We're a fast-growing Canadian startup focused on delivering digital information and solutions to customers around the world. Our development projects are at the heart of what we do — and so is our dev team. We value creativity, ownership, and smart engineering.

As a Senior PHP Developer, you'll play a key role in our product's growth. You'll take on leadership responsibilities within the dev team and work closely with our Lead Developer to build and scale our core systems.

Please note: The working hours are 11 AM - 7 PM / 12 PM - 8 PM CET.

Requirements

  • Develop and maintain server-side code using PHP and related technologies
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
  • Optimize application performance, scalability, and security
  • Design and implement APIs for seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to application functionality, performance, and security
  • Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in web development
  • Develop, optimize, and maintain database schemas, queries, and indexing to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval
  • Create and maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and API specifications to facilitate collaboration and future maintenance
  • Implement and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and other testing methodologies to ensure code quality and reliability
  • Participate in setting up and managing continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the deployment process
  • Assist project managers in estimating project timelines and deliverables and provide technical insights during project planning and execution

You are our ideal candidate if you have:

  • Demonstrated experience working as a PHP Backend Developer or in a similar role, showcasing a strong track record of successful projects
  • Strong knowledge of PHP 8 and MySQL, along with proficiency in related frameworks (e.g. Laravel 9+), enabling the development of robust and efficient applications
  • Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services, allowing for seamless integration and communication between different systems
  • Solid experience with version control systems (e.g. Git), ensuring effective management of code versions and collaboration with team members
  • Proven ability to manage inter-system integrations, facilitating smooth data flow and interoperability between different software platforms
  • Solid understanding of database design, architecture and optimization techniques
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail
  • Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a productive and cohesive work environment
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills to present information to both technical and non-technical users at all levels of the organization
  • Experience with automated testing frameworks: Experience in using PHP Unit or similar testing frameworks
  • Understanding of security best practices: Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and how to prevent them

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with AWS WebRTC, FFMPEG, Apple Low-Latency HLS or SRT Knowledge of Transcoder, nDVR,RTMP and DRM features
  • Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
  • Understanding of DevOps practices
  • Experience with containerization technologies: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies: Experience working in an Agile development environment
  • Knowledge of modern PHP features and standards: Familiarity with PHP 7/8 features and PSR standards
  • Experience with NoSQL databases: Knowledge of databases like MongoDB, Redis, etc

And most importantly, you must meet ALL of the following:

  • Self-driven and self-motivated
  • Able to Work independently to complete tasks without micromanagement
  • Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
  • Fluency in English both written and oral is a requirement for this position
  • Ability to communicate clearly and organize thoughts in writing is necessary

Educational Requirements

  • We prefer candidates have a minimum completion of a Bachelors degree in a related field such as computer science, engineering, or software development
  • However - all candidates who can demonstrate technical aptitude and a solid understanding of the above requirements will be considered regardless of educational background

Benefits

  • Competitive Compensation
  • Remote Flexibility: Fully remote work, flexible hours, generous PTO and sick leave
  • Startup Impact: Small, agile team where your voice matters and you can shape the product and architecture
  • Growth & Innovation: Work with a modern tech stack, fast career growth opportunities, and no micromanagement
  • Team Culture: Annual company retreat, collaborative and supportive environment

Excited about this role?

Explore more at https://newrich.com/

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