Lead Backend Engineer, Content Management (PHP/Laravel)
Core
Architecting and scaling backend systems for music content management platforms serving artists, labels, distributors, and DSPs.
Role type
Senior Lead Backend Engineer (PHP/Laravel)
Builds
Scalable, secure backend services and APIs for music content management and distribution
Domain
Music industry / Digital media / SaaS
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PHP (vanilla and Laravel), MySQL/PostgreSQL, API design, team leadership, database design, performance optimization, automated testing, caching strategies
Preferred skills
Music industry workflows (royalties, rights management), third-party API integration (Spotify, Apple Music), DevOps/CI-CD, distributed systems design
Technologies
Laravel, MySQL, PostgreSQL, PHPUnit, Pest, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, GraphQL
Responsibilities
Own architecture, design, and implementation of robust backend systems and APIs. Build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend code. Drive backend performance, availability, and resilience. Establish best practices in code quality, testing, and deployment. Mentor and guide backend engineers. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver integrated solutions. Lead evaluation of backend frameworks and infrastructure tooling.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities