PHP Backend Software Developer at a Reputable Company

A full-time, onsite backend engineering role in Nairobi focused on building and scaling a commercial PHP platform.⁠​​‌​‌‌​‌​​‌‌‌​​‌​​​‌​​​‌‌‌​​‌‌​​⁠

What it offers

• Lead the design, build, and maintenance of high-performance, secure, and scalable backend services using PHP 8+ and modern MVC frameworks.
• Architect data flows and business logic for core modules (Users, Transactions, Geo-logs, Verification records).
• Build secure RESTful APIs and integrate with external services such as M-PESA and Co-op Bank APIs for escrow functionalities.
• Contribute to platform architecture decisions, including microservices and cloud-native deployments.
• Research and prototype emerging technologies (e.g., blockchain, AI) to maintain competitive edge.

Who can apply

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of backend development, with 3+ years of advanced PHP 8.2+ and Laravel/Symfony.
• Technical skills: Expert SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL), RESTful API development, OWASP Top 10 security, automated testing, Docker, CI/CD, containerization, and cloud platforms.

What you'll do

• Full-cycle feature development: design, implement, and maintain core modules using OOP principles.
• Implement secure authentication (e.g., PHP Sanctum/Passport) and integrate third-party APIs.
• Develop complex business logic and ensure daily code commits to the company GitLab repository.
• Collaborate with business analysts and product owners to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Create and maintain technical documentation using Swagger/PHP API Documentation and Confluence.
• Ensure compliance with Kenyan laws, including the Data Protection Act 2019 and CBK requirements.

How to apply

• Interested candidates should apply using the Apply Now button.
• Submit your application via Gmail or Yahoo Mail.