Responsibilities:
- Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems using PHP (Laravel) and MySQL.
- Design, implement, and optimize RESTful APIs to power seamless integrations with frontend and mobile platforms.
- Enhance system performance through robust query optimization, caching mechanisms, and scalability strategies.
- Hands-on development, feasibility assessment, data massaging, and rigorous sanity testing for 3rd-party content, booking, and availability service API integrations.
- Ensure high availability and fault tolerance through robust error-handling and debugging practices.
- Implement secure, best-practice methodologies for user authentication, data protection, and system integrity.
- Maintain clear, concise, and professional documentation of code and processes.
Requirements:
- 4+ years of hands-on experience in backend development with a strong focus on Laravel and MySQL.
- BTech / MTech in Computer Science or related fields is mandatory.
- Deep expertise in crafting and consuming RESTful APIs, with an eye for performance and scalability.
- Advanced understanding of database architecture, query optimization, and data modeling.
- Proven experience in integrating and validating large-scale 3rd-party APIs, with strong skills in data structuring, error handling, and testing for reliability and performance.
- Familiarity with version control systems (Git) and modern DevOps practices (CI/CD pipelines).
- Strong foundation in backend performance tuning, load balancing, and server-side caching techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to debug complex systems and deliver scalable solutions.
- A team player who thrives in Agile/Scrum environments, consistently meeting tight deadlines.
- Bonus: Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team in a fast-growing startup environment.
- Chance to work directly with CXOs and set up the core product development vertical for the organisation.
- Continuous learning and development opportunities