Firstventure is looking for a highly skilled and experienced PHP Engineer to join our backend development team. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned expert in PHP and related frameworks, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications and APIs. You will play a crucial role in architecting solutions, leading complex projects, and mentoring junior developers, contributing significantly to our technical vision and product roadmap.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable, high-performance web applications and APIs using PHP and associated frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, Zend, CodeIgniter).
- Architect and implement robust backend solutions, ensuring code quality, security, and adherence to best practices.
- Collaborate closely with product managers, frontend developers, and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications and deliver comprehensive solutions.
- Optimize application performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure the stability and reliability of our systems.
- Conduct thorough code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and ensure adherence to coding standards and architectural guidelines.
- Mentor and guide junior and mid-level PHP engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
- Contribute to the evolution of our technology stack, proposing and implementing new tools and practices to enhance development efficiency and product quality.
- Manage database interactions, schema design, and query optimization (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
- Implement and maintain robust security measures to protect data and systems.




- Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in PHP development and backend architecture.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Hands-on experience in PHP development for large-scale web applications.
- Mastery of at least one major PHP framework (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, Zend, CodeIgniter).
- Deep understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
- Proficiency in database design, optimization, and management, particularly with MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- Strong experience with RESTful API design and development.
- Expertise in version control systems, especially Git.
- Solid understanding of architectural patterns like MVC, microservices, and serverless architectures.
- Experience with caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis, Memcached) and message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).
- Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
- Solid analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to lead projects and mentor team members.

Good to Have:

- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Knowledge of frontend technologies (React, Vue, Angular) is a plus, for better collaboration.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a strong GitHub profile.

Skills: Git, Database Design, Php Development, Php Framework, Mysql

Experience: 3.00-6.00 Years

📌 PHP Engineer (Mumbai)
🏢 Firstventure
📍 Mumbai