Summary: Join a fast-growing startup as a Mid-Level Backend Developer to build and maintain scalable backend systems using PHP and Laravel in an agile, collaborative environment. Highlights: 1. Collaborative team player in an agile environment 2. Thrives on problem-solving and continuous learning 3. Develop cutting-edge SaaS product **About us** We're a fast\-growing startup building a cutting\-edge SaaS product. We're looking for a passionate and skilled **Mid\-Level Backend Developer** proficient in **PHP** and **Laravel** to join our team. You’ll play a key role in developing and maintaining scalable backend systems, contributing to the core of our platform with both new features and maintaining our existing codebase. You'll collaborate closely with our product teams in a fast\-paced, agile environment. Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, performance optimization, and a collaborative, agile mindset is essential. We value autonomy, team spirit, and a mindset that thrives on problem\-solving and continuous learning. **Location:** Remote\-first, based in Portugal. **Responsibilities:** * Develop and maintain scalable, high\-performance backend systems using **PHP** and the **Laravel** framework. * Collaborate closely with Frontend Developers, AI experts, and Partnerships to build new features and integrations. * Design and implement clean, efficient **APIs** and backend services. * Continuously identify opportunities to improve code quality, security, and system performance. * Work with **Redis** and **Elasticsearch** to support caching and search functionality. * Write clean, well\-documented, and maintainable code that balances immediate requirements with long\-term scalability. * Actively participate in team discussions, offering feedback and improvements. * Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues and bugs. * Participate fully in agile development processes (sprints, stand\-ups, retrospectives). * Embrace a HiJiffy culture: Integrity, Growth, Impact, and Collaboration. **Technical Skills \& Experience** * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience. * **3–5 years** of **experience** in backend development. * Proficiency with **PHP** and experience using the **Laravel** framework. * Solid experience with **MongoDB** and **MySQL**, including optimization and performance tuning. * Working knowledge of **Redis** and **Elasticsearch**. * Familiarity with **RESTful** **API** design and best practices. * Experience using **Git** for version control and working in a collaborative coding environment. Bonus points for experience with: * **Cloud** platforms like **AWS** or **Google** **Cloud**. * Tools like **JIRA** and an understanding of **Agile** methodologies. * Integrations with **Property Management System (PMS)** and **Customer Relationship Management (CRM)**. **Essential Soft Skills \& Attributes:** * Collaborative **team player**; actively listens to peers, offers constructive feedback, and readily assists colleagues. * Proactive **problem\-solver**; identifies and suggests improvements, finds efficient solutions without over\-complicating, and takes initiative. * Strong sense of **autonomy** and **ownership**; works independently and manages time effectively, taking ownership of tasks. * Focus and **attention to detail**; maintains concentration on tasks, ensuring accuracy and quality of work. * **Adaptable** and **resilient**; thrives in a fast\-paced environment and readily embraces change. * Fluency in **English** (written and spoken). **Benefits:** * Flexible working hours * Friday Afternoons Off * HiJiffy Perks (wellness, WFH equipment, transportation, etc.) * Competitive salary \& performance\-based incentives * Training programs for career development * Remote\-first environment \- role\-based in Portugal due to occasional travelling for team events (quarterly off\-sites)