The Boltcliq Company - Intermediate Laravel Backend Developer

Back-End Developer is needed in Lagos, Nigeria.

This is a remote position.

We’re seeking a skilled Intermediate Laravel Backend Developer to join our team and contribute to building scalable, high-performance web applications. If you’re passionate about clean code, robust APIs, and solving complex backend challenges, we’d love to meet you!

Role Overview

As an Intermediate Laravel Backend Developer, you’ll design, develop, and maintain server-side logic, databases, and APIs for our web applications. You’ll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, efficient, and scalable solutions while adhering to best practices in Laravel development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain backend components using PHP/Laravel.

• Build and optimize RESTful APIs for web/mobile apps and third-party integrations.

• Design and manage database schemas (MySQL, PostgreSQL) using Laravel migrations and Eloquent ORM.

• Optimize application performance (caching, query tuning, server configuration).

• Conduct code reviews and enforce PSR standards, SOLID principles, and MVC patterns.

• Troubleshoot and debug issues across development/production environments.

• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements.

• Write unit/feature tests using PHPUnit or similar tools (TDD/BDD experience is a plus).

• Document technical specifications and workflows. Stay updated with Laravel updates, packages, and industry trends.

Requirements Technical Skills

• 2–3 years of hands-on experience with PHP and Laravel framework (v8+ preferred).
• Proficiency in Eloquent ORM, migrations, and database design. Experience building RESTful APIs (authentication, rate limiting, versioning).
• Strong SQL knowledge (query optimization, indexing, transactions).
• Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment tools.
• Basic understanding of frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript). Knowledge of API security (OAuth2, JWT, Sanctum) and best practices.
• Experience with testing frameworks (PHPUnit, Pest).

Soft Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritize tasks.
• Preferred Qualifications Experience with Laravel ecosystem tools (Horizon, Nova, Forge, Vapor).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, DigitalOcean) and Docker.
• Knowledge of caching systems (Redis, Memcached) and queue management (Redis Queues, Beanstalkd).
• Experience integrating third-party services (payment gateways, SMS, email).
• Contributions to open-source projects or personal Laravel projects.