Senior Backend Developer

Summary

Join Newrich Network, a fast-growing Canadian startup, as a Senior PHP Developer to play a key role in our product's growth. You will take on leadership responsibilities, work closely with the Lead Developer, and build and scale core systems. We prioritize work-life balance and employee well-being. This is a fully remote position offering flexible hours and generous PTO. We value creativity, ownership, and smart engineering. The ideal candidate has extensive PHP and MySQL experience, leadership skills, and a strong understanding of web development best practices.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience working as a PHP Backend Developer or in a similar role, showcasing a strong track record of successful projects
• Strong knowledge of PHP 8 and MySQL, along with proficiency in related frameworks (e.g. Laravel 9+), enabling the development of robust and efficient applications
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and web services, allowing for seamless integration and communication between different systems
• Led and managed cross-functional teams, providing guidance, fostering collaboration, and ensuring alignment with organizational goals to drive project success and continuous improvement
• Solid experience with version control systems (e.g. Git), ensuring effective management of code versions and collaboration with team members
• Proven ability to manage inter-system integrations, facilitating smooth data flow and interoperability between different software platforms
• Solid understanding of database design, architecture and optimization techniques
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail
• Strong ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team, contributing to a productive and cohesive work environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to present information to both technical and non-technical users at all levels of the organization
• Experience with automated testing frameworks: Experience in using PHP Unit or similar testing frameworks
• Understanding of security best practices: Knowledge of common security vulnerabilities (e.g., SQL injection, XSS) and how to prevent them
• Self-driven and self-motivated
• Able to Work independently to complete tasks without micromanagement
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Fluency in English both written and oral is a requirement for this position
• Ability to communicate clearly and organize thoughts in writing is necessary

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side code using PHP and related technologies
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security
• Design and implement APIs for seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to application functionality, performance, and security
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in web development
• Develop, optimize, and maintain database schemas, queries, and indexing to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of code, processes, and API specifications to facilitate collaboration and future maintenance
• Implement and maintain unit tests, integration tests, and other testing methodologies to ensure code quality and reliability
• Participate in setting up and managing continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the deployment process
• Assist project managers in estimating project timelines and deliverables and provide technical insights during project planning and execution

Preferred Qualifications

• We prefer candidates have a minimum completion of a Bachelors degree in a related field such as computer science, engineering, or software development
• However – all candidates who can demonstrate technical aptitude and a solid understanding of the above requirements will be considered regardless of educational background
• Experience with AWS
• WebRTC, FFMPEG, Apple Low-Latency HLS or SRT
• Knowledge of Transcoder, nDVR,RTMP and DRM features
• Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
• Understanding of DevOps practices
• Experience with containerization technologies: Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies: Experience working in an Agile development environment
• Knowledge of modern PHP features and standards: Familiarity with PHP 7/8 features and PSR standards
• Experience with NoSQL databases: Knowledge of databases like MongoDB, Redis, etc

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation : Includes base salary and profit-sharing pool
• Remote Flexibility : Fully remote work, flexible hours, generous PTO and sick leave
• Startup Impact : Small, agile team where your voice matters and you can shape the product and architecture
• Growth & Innovation : Work with a modern tech stack, fast career growth opportunities, and no micromanagement
• Team Culture : Annual company retreat, collaborative and supportive environment