Senior PHP Developer (Laravel or Symfony)

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Responsibilities

• ▹Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems using PHP 8.x and modern frameworks (Laravel or Symfony)
• ▹Architect robust, secure, and high-performing solutions aligned with fintech standards
• ▹Build and maintain REST APIs, ensuring proper versioning and backward compatibility
• ▹Optimize database performance (MySQL/MariaDB), including query tuning, schema design, and migrations
• ▹Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines and containerized environments (Docker)
• ▹Ensure code quality through testing strategies (unit, integration, feature tests) and code reviews
• ▹Apply SOLID principles, design patterns, and clean architecture
• ▹Monitor application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations
• ▹Enforce security best practices (OWASP, secure authentication flows, data protection, GDPR compliance)
• ▹Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• ▹Mentor junior and mid-level developers through code reviews and technical guidance
• ▹Contribute to technical decision-making

Requirements

• ▹5+ years of professional experience in software development
• ▹Expert-level knowledge of PHP 8.x and modern development practices
• ▹5+ years of experience with Laravel or Symfony, including deep framework understanding
• ▹Strong experience with MySQL or MariaDB (query optimization, schema design, normalization)
• ▹Solid understanding of REST API design principles
• ▹Proficiency with Git (branching strategies, code reviews, release workflows)
• ▹Experience with PHPUnit and defining test strategies
• ▹Hands-on experience with Docker and containerized production environments
• ▹Strong knowledge of caching strategies and performance optimization
• ▹Experience setting up and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (GitHub preferred)
• ▹Solid understanding of Composer and dependency management
• ▹Comfortable working in Linux/CLI environments
• ▹Strong understanding of security best practices in web applications

Nice to have

• ▹Experience in fintech or financial services domain
• ▹Frontend development skills (React)
• ▹Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• ▹Previous experience in technical interviewing or hiring

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Salary range: €5,500–€7,000 (gross) / month

About the company

Reiz Tech is a trusted end-to-end IT advisor with a growing global presence in more than 30 countries and regions. Teams work together remotely, with decentralized leadership levels for better communication, decision-making, and flexibility.