Senior Backend Engineer – PHP/Symfony

Smart Working

Senior Backend Engineer focused on developing Symfony and PHP backend systems at Smart Working. Collaborating within an Agile team to create scalable solutions in a remote environment.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timeRemote • 🇵🇰 PakistanSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development with a focus on PHP and Symfony, while ensuring high-quality code through unit testing and secure coding practices. Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business objectives.

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PHPSymfonyUnit TestingMongoDBDesign Patterns

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentAPI DevelopmentTest CoverageClean Code PracticesCode ReviewTechnical DocumentationProcess ImprovementSecure Coding Practices

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

PHPUnit

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

MongoDBPHPSymfony

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop backend features that align with business goals and customer needs
Maintain and improve test coverage using PHPUnit
Build scalable, testable APIs and backend systems
Write clean, maintainable code that meets agreed quality standards
Review requirements and provide technical input and feedback
Collaborate closely with product, design, and QA teams
Monitor systems and respond to issues as part of a rotating on-call schedule
Break down larger projects into manageable tasks and guide others through implementation
Participate in code reviews and offer constructive feedback
Continuously improve processes and suggest technical enhancements
Promote secure coding practices and ensure code is free of known vulnerabilities
Document features, processes, and architecture for team-wide knowledge sharing

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience working with PHP
3+ years of hands-on experience with Symfony
2+ years writing unit tests with PHPUnit
Excellent communication skills in cross-functional teams
Strong experience with MongoDB
Strong experience with Design Patterns (Object Oriented)

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