PHP Developer

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Software Backend Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems and APIs that power our applications. You will work collaboratively with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to build scalable, efficient, and secure backend solutions.

Working Environment

• Fully remote position
• Work from anywhere within US
• Collaborative team culture

Technical Stack

• PHP
• MySQL
• AWS, * Design and develop scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and databases using PHP and MySQL
• Deploy applications on AWS (EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3) with CI/CD pipeline experience
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy
• Write clean, maintainable, well-documented code following best practices
• Optimize database schemas and queries for performance; identify and resolve bottlenecks in high-traffic systems
• Develop unit tests, debug issues, and troubleshoot in production and development environments
• Implement security best practices and secure coding standards
• Participate in code reviews, maintain version control (Git) and comprehensive technical documentation
• Work cross-functionally with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product teams
• Stay current with industry trends and recommend architectural improvements

Do you have experience in Schema design?, * 5+ years of professional backend development experience

• 3+ years of PHP development with proven production-level applications
• Strong MySQL knowledge (relational design, SQL optimization, database management)
• Working experience with AWS services and cloud-based development
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred skills

• Python Experience: Knowledge of Python for scripting, automation, or backend services
• Ruby on Rails Experience: Knowledge of Ruby on Rails backend services
• Mentor junior developers and share interests and findings in new technologies
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects

3.53.5 out of 5 stars United States Remote $75,000 - $95,000 a year - Full-time

Welcome to TELUS Digital - where innovation drives impact at a global scale. As an award-winning digital product consultancy and the digital division of TELUS, one of Canada's largest telecommunications providers, we design and deliver transformative customer experiences through cutting-edge technology, agile thinking, and a people-first culture. With a global team across North America, South America, Central America, Europe, Africa, and APAC, we offer end-to-end expertise across various service offerings: Web, Mobile & Digital Marketing | Enterprise AI | Customer Care AI & Technology | Enterprise Technology Modernization From mobile apps and websites to voice UI, chatbots, AI, customer service, and in-store solutions, TELUS Digital enables seamless, trusted, and digitally powered experiences that meet customers wherever they are - all backed by the secure infrastructure and scale of our multi-billion-dollar parent company.