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PHP developer

Summary

Senior PHP developer building and maintaining scalable backend services and REST APIs using modern PHP frameworks like Laravel or Symfony.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior PHP Developer who is passionate about building reliable, scalable backend solutions and takes ownership of the code quality and technical decisions. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and improve web applications used by real users.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend solutions using PHP

  • Participate in system design and technical decision-making

  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services

  • Improve performance, scalability, and security of existing systems

  • Refactor and modernize legacy codebases

  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

  • Conduct code reviews and ensure best engineering practices

  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other developers

  • Contribute to system monitoring, logging, and debugging




Requirements

  • 5+ years of commercial experience with PHP

  • Strong experience with modern PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony, or similar)

  • Solid understanding of OOP, SOLID principles, and design patterns

  • Experience building and maintaining REST APIs

  • Strong knowledge of relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL)

  • Experience with version control systems (Git)

  • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern development workflows

  • Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks

  • English level: Upper-Intermediate or higher



Benefits


  • Work on impactful, technically challenging projects that truly matter

  • A flexible hybrid work model that balances remote comfort with in-office collaboration

  • Flexible working hours that respect your productivity and work-life balance

  • Monthly lunch tickets to make your workdays more comfortable

  • Snacks and drinks available in the office to keep you energized throughout the day

  • Gym membership compensation to support your health and well-being

  • Access to online courses for continuous learning and professional growth

  • A modern, comfortable office in the heart of Chisinau with easy access

  • International team-building events that strengthen connections beyond work



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