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Contract: Senior Backend Engineer

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No Relocation

Posted: July 1, 2026

Job Description

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture of our platform. Your expertise will drive the technological decisions, development, and maintenance of our software, ensuring a stellar developer experience and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions that meet global demands.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and product managers, to convert business requirements into technical specifications.
  • Design and develop applications utilizing PHP (8.3+) and Laravel.
  • Know when and why to use DDD.
  • Optimize API calls for maximum performance and scalability.
  • Adhere to strict security and data protection standards.
  • Validate the technical feasibility of PRD documents and translate those requirements into engineering practices.
  • Quickly diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues.
  • Collaborate with the team to manage deployments and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines.
  • Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance while promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team.

Role Details:

  • Availability / Hours Needed: 40 / week
  • Desired Location and/or Location Restrictions: LATAM

Additional Content

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the backend architecture of our platform. Your expertise will drive the technological decisions, development, and maintenance of our software, ensuring a stellar developer experience and delivering high-quality, scalable solutions that meet global demands.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including designers and product managers, to convert business requirements into technical specifications.
  • Design and develop applications utilizing PHP (8.3+) and Laravel.
  • Know when and why to use DDD.
  • Optimize API calls for maximum performance and scalability.
  • Adhere to strict security and data protection standards.
  • Validate the technical feasibility of PRD documents and translate those requirements into engineering practices.
  • Quickly diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues.
  • Collaborate with the team to manage deployments and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines.
  • Mentor junior developers, providing technical guidance while promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation within the team.

Role Details:

  • Availability / Hours Needed: 40 / week
  • Desired Location and/or Location Restrictions: LATAM