> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4509156-senior-software-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4509156-senior-software-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Senior Software Engineer

- **Company:** New & Rich, Inc.
- **Location:** Austin, TX, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Amazon Cloudfront, Amazon S3, Automation of Tests, Software as a Service, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Database Design, FFmpeg, Github, Laravel, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, NoSQL, Redis, Cloud Services, Elearning, Software Engineering, Web Applications, WebRTC, Eslint, ReactJS, Phpunit, Git, Cloudformation, Amazon Relational Database Service, Kubernetes, Playwright, Production Code, Front End Software Development, JestJS, Restful APIs, Docker, Golang, Microservices
- **Published:** November 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/senior-software-engineer-austin-tx--0b7f021d-6683-442c-bc48-18e64e0b2931

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Work From Home, eLearning, Software as a Service (SaaS), Ecosystems, Software Engineering, Team Player, Laravel, React.js, + 5+ years as Software Developer with proven project track record.

 + Strong knowledge of PHP 8, Laravel 9+, MySQL, React.js 18.2 (or any other frontend framework).
 + Strong knowledge of Golang, Gin - or any other Golang Framework
 + Experience with HTML/CSS/JS, RESTful APIs, Git.
 + Docker/Kubernetes, AWS (or similar cloud).
 + Solid database design and optimization skills.
 + Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to work independently.
 + Experience with PHPUnit or similar testing frameworks.
 + Good understanding of web app security.
 + Fluency in English (written & spoken).
 + Strong ownership mentality - you unblock yourself and move work forward
 + A bias toward shipping and learning over waiting for perfect answers
 + Experience writing production code in Laravel and React
 + Comfort moving across the stack rather than staying siloed
 + Proactive, collaborative, and clear communicator
 + Willingness to document your work and improve processes

Nice to have:
*

 + WebRTC, FFMPEG, HLS, SRT, RTMP, DRM.
 + Node.js/Express, GitHub Actions.
 + NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
 + Experience in a multi-service/microservices-style architecture
 + Familiarity with AWS services such as ECS/ECR, RDS, S3, CloudFront, Redis, Amazon MQ, and Lambda
 + Experience with Infrastructure as Code (especially CloudFormation-style templates and environment parameterization)
 + Experience improving GitHub Actions workflows and CI/CD pipelines
 + Familiarity with automated testing and quality tooling (Pest/PHPUnit, Vitest, Playwright, ESLint/Prettier, Pint, Psalm)

Personal qualities:
*

 + Self-driven, motivated, reliable in a fast-paced environment.
 + Passionate about something - including a hobby outside of work (unless coding is also your hobby - we LOVE that)

## Description

Please note: Only candidates who reside within the country of the advertised role will be considered., * Develop and maintain server-side applications (PHP 8, Laravel 10, Node.JS, Golang, MySQL).

 * Build and optimize APIs, ensure performance, scalability, and security.
 * Implement front-end features with React.js (18.2).
 * Work with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor juniors.
 * Manage integrations between systems and cloud services (AWS).
 * Maintain documentation, database schemas, and ensure security best practices.

What success looks like:

 * Features in Laravel and React are delivered reliably and efficiently
 * The codebase and engineering workflows improve over time thanks to your contributions
 * The team becomes more autonomous and productive
 * Stakeholders trust the team's delivery and communication