Lead Software Engineer-Backend (PHP)
Core
Define technical vision and deliver scalable, high-availability backend infrastructure for a data-intensive SaaS platform powering commerce ecosystems.
Role type
Lead Software Engineer (Backend)
Builds
Core infrastructure components and services for a robust, high-performance SaaS platform
Domain
E-commerce / SaaS / Distributed Systems
Required skills
PHP, MySQL, Distributed Systems, gRPC, TCP, Redis, Memcached, Linux, Docker, CI/CD, Cloud (GCP), Observability (OTel)
Preferred skills
Python, GoLang, Java, DevOps practices
Technologies
PHP, MySQL, Redis, Memcached, gRPC, TCP, Docker, GCP, OTel
Responsibilities
Define technical vision and align with Staff Engineers; Design and implement solutions for complex scalability problems; Own end-to-end project execution; Participate in RFCs and architectural discussions; Mentor team members and drive documentation practices; Build relationships with partner teams for cross-functional alignment.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities
