CareerFinders, on behalf of our client, a rapidly expanding Group of Companies providing operating in the technological sectors, we are seeking to recruit a Lead Backend Developer (PHP/Laravel) to join their growing team based in Limassol. The successful applicant will primarily be responsible for managing the development team and building development processes. Our client is seeking applicants who are ideally educated to degree level in Computer Science, Engineering, MIS, or another related field, who possess previous working experience as a PHP Backend Developer of 5+ years. In depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP and Laravel Framework along with hands on experience with SQL schema design, SOLID principles, and REST API design is a must. Previous experience within the FinTech or FX Industries will be considered an advantage. Our client offers a highly attractive remuneration and benefits package which competitive salary and bonus system. Working hours are from 08:00 to 17:00, 5 days a week.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Management of the development team (planning, organization, control, distribution of tasks within the team).
• Building development processes.
• Product development, improvement of current functionality.
• Implementation of architectural solutions.
• Organizing and conducting code reviews.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, make decisions and be responsible for the result.

Key Skills/Experience:  

• Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or similar field.
• Approximately 5+ years of previous working experience as a PHP Backend Developer.
• In depth knowledge of object-oriented PHP and the Laravel Framework.
• Hands on experience with SQL schema design, SOLID principles, REST API design.
• MySQL profiling and query optimization.
• Excellent command of the English & Greek languages both verbal and written.

Nice to Have: 

• Full-stack development experience.
• Previous experience within the FinTech or FX Industry.
• Experience in payment systems integration.
• Publicly available code examples (GitHub, etc.).

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV, along with any covering letter to jobs@careerfinders.com.cy quoting the reference number CAR7369. Please note that due to the high volumes of applications received only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. By sending us your CV you are giving CareerFinders your consent to be contacted for this and any other suitable vacancies that we believe match your skills and experience. To view our privacy policy, please click www.careerfinders.com.cy/privacy-policy.