Backend Engineer (Laravel)

We invite applications from suitably qualified candidates. Position Overview:  We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our product development team. You will work collaboratively with designers, frontend engineers, and product managers to build, maintain, and scale cross-platform applications for both B2B and B2C use cases. Position Overview: - Develop, maintain, and enhance backend services and APIs using PHP (Laravel) and Node.js. - Work on both existing backend systems and new feature development across the product stack. - Take full-cycle ownership of assigned features—from understanding requirements and proposing solutions to implementation, testing, deployment, and support. - Collaborate closely with frontend, mobile, and product teams to deliver reliable backend functionality. - Analyze problems and contribute practical, efficient, and scalable solutions within existing architectures. - Implement clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices. - Support backend architecture by contributing to system improvements and refactoring where needed. - Optimize backend performance, API response times, and database queries. - Participate in code reviews and technical discussions to improve overall code quality. - Assist in debugging, monitoring, and resolving production issues. - Actively learn new tools, frameworks, and approaches to improve backend delivery and efficiency. - Operate effectively in a fast-paced startup environment with a strong execution mindset. Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field. - 6+ years of professional backend development experience. - Strong hands-on experience with PHP (Laravel) and Node.js. - Good understanding of backend development principles and common architectural patterns. - Ability to clearly understand product and technical problems and implement effective backend solutions. - Experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs. - Solid experience working with databases (relational and/or NoSQL), including data modeling and query optimization. - Familiarity with authentication, authorization, and backend security best practices. - Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment. - Strong execution skills with the ability to deliver tasks independently with minimal supervision. - Proactive attitude toward learning and continuous improvement. - Experience working in startup or high-growth technology environments.