Software Engineer (Backend Developer)

PeopleLift•Las Vegas, NV

1d•$150,000 - $200,000•Remote

About The Position

Our client is an innovative company disrupting the public data space with solutions that help customers find the information they need faster and more efficiently than the competition. Eleris has been in business for over 14 years, generated nearly 200MM in revenue last year (they grew 2x YoY), and is poised to become one of, if not the fastest-growing, companies in the country. This is an elite team of just over 30 people that operates remotely but has an office in Las Vegas, with routine team events/travel, unlimited vacation time, and a work-from-anywhere approach. The benefits are top-tier, with several incentives that we will gladly review with you throughout the interview. This position is for an elite back-end developer who thrives in a collaborative, highly responsive, and changing environment. You would be working with a company that is leveraging the latest PHP frameworks, invests in continued education, and works with great teammates around the world. This role is unique in that you are poised to join a company that is scaling rapidly, works hard / plays hard, and invests deeply in its long-term professional growth. Our client values technical excellence, collaborative problem-solving, and continuous learning. You'll work alongside a talented team of engineers in an environment that encourages innovation and professional growth.

Requirements

3+ years of professional experience in backend development
Strong proficiency in PHP (Laravel, Symfony, or similar frameworks preferred)
Solid experience with JavaScript/Node.js/Vue.js/Angular for backend development
Experience with relational databases (MySQL or PostgreSQL) and query optimization
Proficiency with version control systems and collaborative development workflows
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure)
Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Experience with caching strategies
Knowledge of message queues and event-driven architecture
Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools
Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using PHP(8.4+) and JavaScript
Implement database optimization strategies for high-performance applications
Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members
Monitor application performance and implement optimization solutions
Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide innovative solutions
Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends