PHP Backend Chapter Leader
Job Description
Industry: Technology, Information and Internet
Seniority for this role: Mid-Senior level
PHP Backend Chapter Leader Position Overview We are seeking a PHP Backend Chapter Leader to lead, mentor, and evolve our PHP development team. You will be responsible for designing scalable backend solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. This role includes technical leadership, hands-on development, and a commitment to continuous improvement. About Us At Unicorn Domain, we drive digital transformation through scalable, high-performance cloud-based solutions. We are passionate about software engineering, fostering team collaboration, and building long-term partnerships through trust and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities · Lead the PHP Backend Chapter: Manage, guide, and mentor backend developers within the PHP technology. Stay close to industry trends for PHP frameworks. · Solution Design: Design robust, scalable backend solutions for enterprise-grade applications. · Code Quality & Performance: Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure performance optimization. · Mentorship & Growth: Provide technical coaching to team members, promoting career development and skill-building. · Project Planning & Delivery: Contribute on successful planning, estimation, and execution. Required Skills · Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field. · 5+ years of backend development experience in PHP. · Proven experience with PHP Symfony Framework or similar. · Experience working with Relational Databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL. · Strong coding, debugging, and problem-solving skills. · Apply Code Reviews & Standards, show ability to enforce best practices and maintain high-quality code. · Demonstrated Communication and leadership skills. Desired Skills · Fullstack Understanding, familiarity with Java (Spring Boot) and/or JS frameworks (React, Vue.js, or Angular). · Experience with automated build tools with PHP Composer and automated build pipelines. · Experience with testing tools such as JMeter, Selenium, Spock. · Integration & API Development, Knowledge of REST, GraphQL, and API Gateway integration. What You Can Expect: At our company, you’ll work on projects that have a tangible business impact. We offer a stimulating environment where innovation and knowledge sharing are highly valued. You will be part of a talented and motivated team, working with cutting-edge technologies and tools. Our mature software development processes and effective team collaboration ensure continuous technical growth and success. At our company, we follow a “chapter” structure to ensure continuous improvement and innovation. Our Chapters meet regularly to discuss emerging trends and technologies, ensuring we stay at the forefront of the tech world. We take ownership in evolving our tech stack to remain competitive and innovative, continuously refining our tools and processes to meet future demands. Show more Show less
