Senior Software Engineer (PHP | MongoDB | MySQL | Elasticsearch | Laravel)

Position: Senior Software Engineer (PHP | MongoDB | MySQL | Elasticsearch | Laravel)
Experience: 4–8 years
Location: Noida, Sector 125
Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities:
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, consumer-facing web applications using LAMP stack technologies.
Architect and optimize Elasticsearch-based indexing and querying systems.
Build and manage RESTful APIs that power our front-end applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, DevOps, and product managers.
Ensure application security through best practices, including XSS, CSRF, input validation, and other security measures.
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following coding standards and best practices.
Participate in code reviews, contribute to architectural decisions, and mentor junior developers as needed.
Work with Git or similar version control systems for source code management.
Maintain and optimize MySQL and MongoDB schemas, queries, and overall database performance.
Contribute to deployment processes with a working understanding of Nginx and AWS and other DevOps tools.
Stay updated with emerging technologies and evaluate their use where beneficial. Exposure to AI/ML is a plus.
Key Skills & Requirements:
4–8 years of experience in backend development with strong PHP expertise.
Strong hands-on experience with MVC frameworks, particularly Laravel.
Proficiency in MySQL database design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
Hands-on experience with MongoDB and Elasticsearch, including index architecture, querying, and optimization.
Experience in designing, developing, and integrating REST APIs.
Familiarity with JavaScript and jQuery.
Good understanding of Nginx in development and deployment environments.
Proficiency in Git or similar version control systems.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
Strong foundational knowledge of software development principles, algorithms, and data structures.
Good to Have:
Exposure to AWS, Akamai, or other cloud/CDN services.
Understanding of DevOps tools and CI/CD processes.
Exposure to AI/ML implementation along with Python.
Knowledge of application security best practices and mitigation strategies.
What We’re Looking For:
A self-driven problem solver with a strong sense of ownership.
Strong analytical and debugging skills.
Excellent communication – both written and verbal.
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Passion for continuous learning and experimenting with new technologies.

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