We're seeking a talented Mid\-Level Laravel Backend Developer to join our dynamic development team. As a key member of our engineering department, you'll work on building and maintaining scalable web applications while collaborating with cross\-functional teams. **Key Responsibilities*** Design and implement robust backend solutions using Laravel framework and PHP * Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices and design patterns * Create and maintain REST APIs for internal and external services * Optimize application performance and database queries * Implement security measures and data protection * Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user\-facing elements * Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback * Write and maintain technical documentation * Debug production issues and implement fixes **Required Qualifications*** 3\-5 years of professional experience with PHP development * 2\+ years of hands\-on experience with Laravel framework * Strong understanding of OOP principles, design patterns, and SOLID principles * Proficiency in MySQL/PostgreSQL database design and optimization * Experience with RESTful APIs development and integration * Familiarity with version control systems (Git) * Knowledge of PHP Unit testing and TDD practices * Understanding of agile development methodologies **Preferred Skills*** Experience with Docker and containerization * Knowledge of Redis, Memcached, or similar caching systems * Familiarity with message queues (Redis, RabbitMQ) * Experience with CI/CD pipelines * Knowledge of AWS or similar cloud platforms * Understanding of microservices architecture * Experience with Elasticsearch or similar search engines **Technical Stack*** PHP 8\.x * Laravel 10\.x * MySQL/PostgreSQL * Redis * Git * Docker * RESTful APIs * PHPUnit