Full Stack / Backend Developer

Full Stack / Backend Developer (PHP)Location: RemoteEmployment Type: Full-timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a Full Stack / Backend Developer with strong experience in PHP and large-scale MySQL environments to join our engineering team. This role focuses on building and maintaining backend services and APIs that power our platform, with some involvement in front-end integrations using modern JavaScript frameworks.You will work on systems that handle high volumes of data and traffic, requiring careful attention to performance, scalability, and reliability.Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain backend services using PHPBuild and maintain APIs and integrations with internal and third-party systemsDesign and optimize queries for large-scale MySQL databasesAnalyze and improve database performance, indexing, and query efficiencyCollaborating with front-end developers working in ReactTroubleshoot production issues and implement long-term solutionsWrite clean, maintainable, and well-documented codeParticipate in code reviews and contribute to development best practicesSupport deployment processes and ongoing system maintenanceRequired Qualifications 3+ years of professional experience with PHP (no frameworks required)Strong experience working with large-scale MySQL databasesDeep understanding of query optimization, indexing strategies, and performance tuningExperience handling high-volume data and production-critical systemsStrong understanding of backend architecture and API designExperience building and consuming RESTful APIsFamiliarity with front-end integration using ReactExperience with version control systems (Git)Strong problem-solving and debugging skillsAbility to communicate effectively and work collaborativelyPreferred Qualifications Experience working with large, legacy PHP codebasesFamiliarity with replication, sharding, or other scaling strategies in MySQLExperience with asynchronous processing, queues, or background jobsFamiliarity with AI coding tools such as Copilot in VS code or Claude CodeUnderstanding of web security best practicesExperience working in high-traffic environmentsExposure to cloud infrastructure (AWS or similar)recblid m3nz8xq8j97jw0fl2mphl1l9vpi23j