PHP Platform Developer

About the position

Location: Philippines Schedule: CET Schedule, Monday to Friday We are seeking a hands-on, delivery-focused PHP Platform Developer to support our client's engineering team during a significant period of growth. This is an ideal role for a backend specialist who excels in architecting robust systems, maintaining high code standards, and navigating complex, large-scale Laravel environments. Core Responsibilities Develop and maintain a high-performance backend platform using PHP and Laravel. Architect scalable solutions using layered directories, PSR-4 autoloading, and RepositoryServiceProvider bindings. Manage the application surface, ensuring seamless integration across a large service layer. Implement secure and efficient routing using middleware-protected routes and FormRequests for data validation. Ensure high code quality through rigorous code reviews and the use of PHP-CS-Fixer and Pint. Write and maintain robust test suites using PHPUnit, Mockery, and Faker to ensure platform stability. Collaborate closely with frontend (Next.js/React), product, and design teams to deliver end-to-end features. Manage deployments and CI/CD pipelines within Bitbucket and AWS environments. Optimize database performance and schema design within MySQL. Troubleshoot and monitor applications using Telescope and Collision to maintain 24/7 reliability. Technical Profile Deep experience with modern Laravel (11.x) and PHP 8.2+. Strong understanding of layered architecture, Repository patterns, and Service Providers. Proficiency in PHPUnit and TDD practices, including the use of Mockery and Sail . Strong knowledge of MySQL , including query optimization and indexing strategies. Comfortable with the modern PHP ecosystem ( Pint, PHP-CS-Fixer, Telescope ). Extensive experience with Bitbucket workflows and deploying to AWS . Ability to navigate and contribute to a "large application surface" with complex dependencies. Preferred/Bonus Qualifications Direct experience integrating AI-powered features or LLM APIs into backend services. Knowledge of Docker-based development environments (Laravel Sail). Experience with observability tools and performance monitoring in high-traffic environments. What's in it for you The opportunity to bring your expertise and have a direct impact on a rapidly growing platform. A truly global work environment with colleagues from around the world. A culture that values ambition, creativity, and technical excellence. 28 days paid time off & public holidays. Ready to Take the Next Step? Ready to bring your backend expertise to Bet On Talent? Apply now and join a team where your code fuels our journey to success!

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