About Smart WorkingAt Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn't just another remote role — it's belonging remotely, and that's a big difference. From day one, you're part of a genuine community where you're supported and valued. We're proud to be one of the highest-rated companies on Glassdoor India.With one vision in mind — “Geographical limitations should not dictate access to talent” — Smart Working helps great people build long-term, full-time remote careers with exceptional UK teams. We've created a culture where you're backed from day one and given the space to grow — personally and professionally.About the RoleImportant: Laravel-only experience is not qualifying — proven Symfony experience is mandatory!!!We're hiring a Senior Backend Engineer – PHP & Symfony for a company specializing in mission-critical aviation systems and advanced fuel management solutions. In this role, you will focus on developing and maintaining backend systems using PHP, Symfony, and PHPUnit, ensuring optimal performance across digital platforms. You will work on implementing robust, secure backend architectures that align with business requirements while maintaining reliability, maintainability, and code quality within an Agile environment.This is a permanent, full-time, remote role — perfect for a technically driven developer who thrives in a hands‑on environment, building mission‑critical backend systems that support global aviation operations.What You'll Be DoingBuild & Run Our ProductsCollaborate across teams to align business, technical, and testing goalsEstimate and plan tasks collaboratively to ensure delivery confidenceReview specs, design solutions, and deliver high‑impact featuresMonitor, deploy, and troubleshoot features in staging and productionOwn incidents during on-call rotations, ensuring rapid resolutionEnsure High Quality & Continuously ImproveUphold and enforce coding and testing standardsBreak down complex work into manageable tasks for better deliveryConduct code reviews, ensure test coverage, and maintain strong documentationStay up to date on tools, libraries, and secure coding practices (OWASP)Provide Technical Excellence & LeadershipBreak down epics, design scalable APIs and systemsMentor peers on TDD, BDD, DDD, and best practicesIdentify risks, drive automation, and recommend process improvementsChampion clean, modular, and maintainable architectureMust‑Have SkillsPHP (5+ years)Symfony (at least 1 year of experience with one hands‑on project)PHPUnit (for testing) (1.5+ years)Nice‑to‑Have SkillsMongoDB (2+ years )DockerKubernetesJavaScriptJQueryReactAPINodeJSTypescriptWhat Sets You ApartBackend Expertise in PHP, Symfony, and PHPUnit, delivering scalable, high-quality solutionsEfficient Problem‑Solving, breaking down complexity for timely, reliable deliveryProactive Mindset, driving improvements through thoughtful, hands‑on solutionsTeam Player & Mentor, sharing knowledge and upholding best practicesOperational Readiness, responding swiftly during on‑call rotationsQuality‑Focused, with clean code, thorough reviews, and strong documentationAdaptable & Growth‑Oriented, staying current with tools and driving innovationWhy Smart Workers Love It HereFixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)No Weekend Work: Real work‑life balance, not just wordsDay 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance providedSupport That Matters: Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are sharedTrue Belonging: A long‑term home where your contributions are valuedAt Smart Working, you'll never be just another remote hire.Be a Smart Worker — valued, empowered, and part of a culture that celebrates integrity, excellence, and ambition.If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in aviation technology while working with a team that values excellence and integrity, we'd love to hear from you.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Senior Backend Engineer with PHP and Symfony (Remote, Full-Time) HR129
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