Senior PHP Developer

As a Senior PHP Developer, you will be a key leader in our product's growth, collaborating closely with the Lead Developer to build and scale core systems. Your responsibilities include developing and maintaining server-side applications using PHP 8, Laravel, and MySQL, implementing front-end features with React.js, and optimizing APIs for performance and security. You will also manage integrations, contribute to CI/CD pipelines, and mentor junior team members, all while ensuring best practices in documentation and security.

Must Have

• 5+ years as Software Developer with proven project track record.
• Strong knowledge of PHP 8, Laravel 9+, MySQL, React.js 18.2.
• Proficiency in HTML/CSS/JS, RESTful APIs, Git.
• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes and AWS (or similar cloud).
• Solid database design and optimization skills.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and independent work ability.
• Experience with PHPUnit or similar testing frameworks.
• Good understanding of web application security.
• Develop and maintain server-side applications.
• Build and optimize APIs for performance, scalability, and security.
• Implement front-end features using React.js.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior developers.
• Manage integrations between systems and cloud services.
• Maintain documentation, database schemas, and security best practices.

Good to Have

• WebRTC, FFMPEG, HLS, SRT, RTMP, DRM experience.
• Knowledge of Node.js/Express and GitHub Actions.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices.

Perks & Benefits

• Paid Adventure Time – Take an all-expenses-paid remote working trip for 3 weeks to a destination of your choice with one of our remote work-trip partners. On top of that, you’ll have “Me-Days” – flexible personal days you can take whenever you need a reset.
• Fast Growth, Big Upside – We’re a small, ambitious team. That means more ownership, faster learning, and a real chance to shape the future of our company (and your career).
• Unlimited Learning – You’ll get full access to every course and program on our platform. We invest in your growth because your growth fuels ours.
• Home Office Stipend – Your setup matters. We’ll support you with a budget to create a workspace where you feel productive and inspired.
• Annual Retreat – Work remote, but meet the team IRL. Every year we gather in amazing locations – next stop: Colombia.

Company Overview

We empower digital entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into reality. Our mission is simple yet bold: to help people create a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle – while building wealth and independence along the way.

We’re a fast-growing team driven by one vision: a world where anyone can work remotely, chase their passion, and live life on their own terms.

Our platform combines SaaS tools, e-learning programs, and a supportive social network – a one-stop ecosystem designed for creators, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who want more than just a career.

We believe fulfilling work and a healthy work-life balance is key to living a NewRich Lifestyle.

If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready to grow with us, we want to hear from you!

As a Senior PHP Developer, you’ll play a key role in our product’s growth. You’ll take on leadership responsibilities within the dev team and work closely with our Lead Developer to build and scale our core systems.

Requirements

• 5+ years as Software Developer with proven project track record.
• Strong knowledge of PHP 8, Laravel 9+, MySQL, React.js 18.2 (or any other frontend framework).
• Experience with HTML/CSS/JS, RESTful APIs, Git.
• Docker/Kubernetes, AWS (or similar cloud).
• Solid database design and optimization skills.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to work independently.
• Experience with PHPUnit or similar testing frameworks.
• Good understanding of web app security.
• Fluency in English (written & spoken).

Nice to have:

• WebRTC, FFMPEG, HLS, SRT, RTMP, DRM.
• Node.js/Express, GitHub Actions.
• NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
• DevOps practices.

Personal qualities:

• Self-driven, motivated, reliable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain server-side applications (PHP 8, Laravel, MySQL).
• Build and optimize APIs, ensure performance, scalability, and security.
• Implement front-end features with React.js (18.2).
• Work with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor juniors.
• Manage integrations between systems and cloud services (AWS).
• Maintain documentation, database schemas, and ensure security best practices.

Benefits

• Paid Adventure Time – Take an all-expenses-paid remote working trip for 3 weeks to a destination of your choice with one of our remote work-trip partners. On top of that, you’ll have “Me-Days” – flexible personal days you can take whenever you need a reset.
• Fast Growth, Big Upside – We’re a small, ambitious team. That means more ownership, faster learning, and a real chance to shape the future of our company (and your career).
• Unlimited Learning – You’ll get full access to every course and program on our platform. We invest in your growth because your growth fuels ours.
• Home Office Stipend – Your setup matters. We’ll support you with a budget to create a workspace where you feel productive and inspired.
• Annual Retreat – Work remote, but meet the team IRL. Every year we gather in amazing locations – next stop: Colombia.

Excited about this role?

Explore more at https://newrich.com/

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