Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking a

Senior PHP Developer

with solid experience in building, maintaining, and optimizing web applications. The ideal candidate should have a deep understanding of backend logic, MySQL optimization, API integrations, and front-end responsiveness using modern frameworks. Experience in shipping, logistics, or similar data-driven systems will be an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, test, and maintain scalable PHP applications using modern frameworks (e.g., Laravel, CodeIgniter, or pure PHP with MVC architecture). Design and manage MySQL databases, including complex queries, indexing, stored procedures, and optimization for performance. Integrate third-party APIs (REST, JSON, XML) and handle data exchange securely and efficiently. Collaborate on front-end integration using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (jQuery, Bootstrap, or Vue/React if applicable). Manage code deployment, version control (Git), and basic server configuration (Apache/Nginx). Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve technical issues promptly. Contribute to software architecture decisions, code reviews, and documentation. Ensure security, scalability, and performance standards are met.

Requirements

5+ years

of experience in PHP development (object-oriented). Strong experience with

MySQL

, including schema design and performance tuning. Proficient in

JavaScript, AJAX, HTML5, CSS3

, and responsive design principles. Experience with

API integration

, JSON/XML parsing, and RESTful architecture. Working knowledge of

Git

,

cPanel

,

Linux hosting

, and

server environments

. Strong debugging and analytical skills. Familiarity with modern front-end libraries (e.g., Bootstrap 5, jQuery, Vue.js) is an advantage. Experience with

voyage calculation

,

logistics

, or

ERP-type systems

will be considered a plus.

Preferred Skills

Experience in

Laravel

or

CodeIgniter

frameworks. Understanding of

cron jobs

,

background workers

, and

queue systems

. Ability to build

REST APIs

and manage

token-based authentication (JWT/OAuth)

. Knowledge of

MySQL stored procedures

and

trigger-based logic

. Familiarity with

Docker

,

AWS

, or

Hetzner Cloud

is a plus.

Personal Attributes

Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced team environment. Excellent communication and documentation skills. Commitment to writing clean, reusable, and maintainable code.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Freelance
Contract length: 60 months

Pay: ₹10,000.00 - ₹15,000.00 per month

Expected hours: 15 - 20 per week

Work Location: Remote