Laravel Team Lead

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Laravel Team Lead based in India.

This role is a senior hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced backend engineer who can guide a team while still contributing to architecture and development. You will play a key role in building scalable web applications and backend systems that power both mobile and web platforms for global clients. The environment is fast-paced and product-focused, requiring strong ownership, technical depth, and the ability to translate business needs into robust engineering solutions. You will lead backend development efforts using modern PHP and Laravel practices while ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. The role also involves mentoring developers, setting coding standards, and improving overall engineering practices. It is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing leadership responsibilities with deep technical problem-solving.

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of backend systems and web services using PHP and Laravel, ensuring scalable and maintainable architecture across projects.
• Oversee API development and integrations with third-party services while ensuring performance, security, and reliability standards are met.
• Guide and support a team of developers through code reviews, technical mentoring, and architectural decision-making.
• Manage deployment processes on AWS environments, including setup, configuration, and SSL implementation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions and ensure timely delivery of features.
• Improve engineering practices by introducing best practices in coding, testing, caching, and system optimization.

Requirements:

• 6–10 years of experience in software development with strong expertise in PHP, Laravel (3+ years), and backend engineering.
• Strong knowledge of MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Linux, Apache, and RESTful API design.
• Hands-on experience with Composer, NPM, Git or Subversion, and modern software development workflows.
• Solid understanding of OOP principles, software architecture, and scalable system design.
• Experience working with AWS infrastructure, deployments, and production environments.
• Familiarity with Redis or other caching mechanisms to optimize application performance.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to mentor and guide teams effectively.
• Exposure to JavaScript frameworks, GraphQL, or complex application development is a plus.

Benefits:

• Flexible working model with 5-day work week and flexible working hours, including remote options.
• Medical insurance coverage for employees and their families up to INR 3 lakhs.
• Employee Provident Fund (EPF) benefits.
• Leadership exposure with opportunities to grow management and technical leadership capabilities.
• Opportunity to work on diverse, complex global projects with modern technologies.
• Collaborative environment with strong focus on learning and career development.

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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