Senior Backend Developer (PHP Laravel)

Salary: RM 7,000 – RM 9,000 per month

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and RESTful APIs using Laravel. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in database architecture, software engineering best practices, system security, and performance optimization. This role also involves leading code reviews, maintaining DevOps workflows, and mentoring junior and mid-level developers to ensure high-quality software delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Design and build scalable RESTful APIs and backend services using Laravel

• Architect and optimize both relational (MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases for high performance

• Write clean, modular, and testable code following OOP, SOLID principles, and PSR standards

• Implement security best practices (OWASP) and optimize database queries and caching strategies (Redis)

• Conduct code reviews, maintain Docker/CI-CD pipelines, and mentor junior/mid-level developers

About you

• 3+ years of backend experience with modern PHP (8.x) and Laravel

• Solid experience with both MySQL (schema design, indexing, performance tuning) and MongoDB (document modeling, aggregation)

• Excellent system structuring, logic, and OOP/design pattern capabilities

• Proficient with Docker, Git, RESTful APIs, and Linux environments

• Strong problem-solving and technical documentation skills

• Cloud (AWS / Azure / GCP)

• DevOps (Docker / Kubernetes / CI-CD)

• Database (SQL / NoSQL)

• PHP / Laravel

Benefits

• Performance Bonus