Backend Developer (PHP / Laravel / Vue.js / Next.js / AI)

Build robust software systems in the maritime industry and help modernize compliance at scale. We turn complex international maritime regulations into reliable software used by 10,000+ seafarers and organizations worldwide.

⚠️ IMPORTANT — Please read before applying

• Location: Belgium only (on-site/hybrid/remote possible, but Belgium-based)
• You must already be in Belgium OR be an EU citizen / have a valid Belgian/EU work permit and relocate immediately
• ⏳ Urgent hire: You must be able to start no later than April 1, 2026

WHO WE ARE

Seaman Solutions provides comprehensive maritime services including flag state compliance and seafarer certifications. With 10+ years in maritime, we’ve built tools that simplify certification and compliance processes across the EU and beyond.

WHAT YOU’LL DO 🛠️

• Build and maintain backend services in PHP (Laravel)
• Design clean data models (MySQL/PostgreSQL): relationships, normalization, indexing, performance
• Build and evolve REST APIs for internal tools and customer-facing products
• Improve reliability and maintainability: testing, refactoring, monitoring/logging
• Contribute to architecture decisions and scalable system desig
• Explore AI-enabled automation where it creates real value (not buzzwords)

TECH STACK 💻

• Core: PHP, Laravel
• Databases: MySQL and PostgreSQL
• APIs: RESTful services
• Docker: local dev + deployments
• CI/CD: pipelines and cloud infrastructure
• Git: modern workflows, code reviews

NICE TO HAVE ✨

• Vue.js and/or Next.js
• AI APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, etc.)
• Automation and workflow tooling

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 🎯

👨‍💻 3–5 years backend experience with strong Laravel expertise

📐 Strong data modelling mindset (performance matters)

🤝 Independent, ownership-driven, pragmatic communicator

🧠 Curious about AI/automation (you’ve tried it, built something, or you’re actively exploring)

WHY THIS ROLE IS INTERESTING 🚀

🚢 A global, “real-world” domain: maritime compliance is complex and meaningful

🧠 AI experimentation encouraged — we’re actively integrating intelligent automations

⚡ Quality + speed — clean architecture in a fast-paced scale-up

📈 Real ownership and responsibility — your work shapes the platform

💰 Competitive salary + performance bonus linked to company growth

JOIN US AND GROW AS WE GROW 🌱