Design and develop high-quality Laravel applications for Bluelight's clients.
Optimize MySQL performance and debug complex database issues.
Build scalable RESTful APIs and integrate with frontend teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and industry professionals on client projects.
Participate in code quality practices, testing (Pest, PHPUnit), and security implementation.
Contribute to architecture, database schema design, and performance tuning for multitenant SaaS.
Engage in continuous learning, professional development, and client-focused delivery.
Requirements
4+ years of experience with Laravel, specifically with Laravel 8 and above, demonstrating a deep understanding of the framework's architecture and capabilities.
Expertise in MySQL database performance optimization, with a proven ability to identify and resolve complex database bottlenecks.
Strong hands-on experience in writing, optimizing, and debugging complex SQL queries, especially for applications handling large and growing datasets. This includes a thorough understanding of EXPLAIN plans, indexing strategies (including composite indexes), and query rewriting techniques.
Proficiency with database schema design and normalization/denormalization strategies to ensure scalability and data integrity, particularly for high-volume transactions.
Experience with Eloquent ORM and Laravel Query Builder, coupled with a clear understanding of how these tools generate SQL and how to optimize the underlying queries for performance.
Experience working in complex large-scale multitenant SaaS applications.
Solid experience with Laravel Authentication and implementing robust security practices in backend systems.
Experience with testing tools, such as Pest PHP and PHPUnit, to ensure code quality and system reliability.
Proficiency in designing and implementing robust, scalable RESTful APIs in Laravel, focusing on performance and data efficiency.
Experience with ReactJS is a plus.
Ability to take extreme ownership over your work.
Ability to identify with Bluelight's clients' goals and dedicate yourself to delivering on the commitments you and your team make to them.
A positive mindset and a can-do attitude.
Forensic attention to detail.
Benefits
Competitive salary and bonuses, including performance-based salary increases.
Generous paid-time-off policy
Flexible working hours
Work remotely
Continuing education, training, conferences
Company-sponsored coursework, exams, and certifications
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