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Senior PHP/Laravel Engineer

This position is no longer accepting applications(closed Aug 16, 2026).

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a Senior PHP/Laravel Engineer.

About the Project
A healthcare technology company developing new efficiency-focused applications and services. The initial work includes an automation platform for interactions with insurance companies and a secure document management platform for document exchange between doctors, hospitals, and insurance companies.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop backend applications and services using PHP and Laravel
  • Take ownership of application architecture and system design
  • Build and maintain APIs and integrations with internal and external systems
  • Design and work with MySQL databases
  • Develop new applications and services from the ground up
  • Integrate new Laravel services with existing legacy systems
  • Build straightforward frontend functionality when required
  • Translate project specifications into technical solutions
  • Clarify requirements and communicate directly with stakeholders
  • Drive assigned projects forward independently
  • Collaborate with backend, frontend, DevOps, and Project Manager teams
  • Participate in Agile development and two-week sprints

Requirements:

  • 5+ years of experience with Laravel
  • Strong commercial experience with PHP
  • Strong hands-on experience with Laravel
  • Strong experience with MySQL
  • Experience designing and developing REST APIs and system integrations
  • Experience building applications or platforms from the ground up
  • Strong understanding of backend architecture and system design
  • Ability to take ownership of projects and work independently
  • Experience delivering end-to-end web applications
  • Experience with React

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with Vue.js
  • Experience with Laravel Livewire
  • Experience working with legacy systems and brownfield environments
  • Previous experience with healthcare, insurance, document-management, or workflow automation systems

Company offers:

  • Long-term employment with possibilities for professional growth
  • Fully remote work
  • Reasonably flexible schedule
  • 15 days of paid vacation
  • Regular performance reviews

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