Full Stack Developer

About SiGMA Group (Sigma Word) Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Malta, SiGMA Group now employs over 450 professionals across six global offices, including Malta, Cyprus, Serbia, São Paulo and Manila. SiGMA is a global leader in gaming, emerging tech, affiliate marketing, events, and media, best known for its marquee summits like SiGMA Malta and iGaming Academy. The company’s culture champions inclusivity, sustainability, collaboration, and philanthropic impact under its SiGMA Foundation initiative Position Overview We are seeking a talented and experienced Full Stack Developer with a strong background in Laravel and Vue.js to join our team. You'll be working on an innovative networking application that connects professionals at exhibitions and events, featuring profile matching and real-time messaging capabilities. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain high-performance web applications using Laravel and Vue.jsDevelop responsive user interfaces for profile management, chat functionality, meeting scheduling etc.Ensure application performance, quality, and responsiveness across desktop and mobile devicesEnsure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications. Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new featuresTroubleshoot development issues and provide scalable solutionsDocument technical specifications and maintain comprehensive code documentationBe responsible for product quality by optimizing, refactoring and re-implementing legacy applications Requirements: Backend Expertise: 5+ years of proven experience in Object-Oriented PHP with strong Laravel framework knowledgeFrontend Proficiency: 3+ years of experience with Vue.js, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScriptReal-time Communication: Hands-on experience with WebSockets, real-time messaging systems, and event-driven architectureCaching & Performance: Practical experience with Redis for caching, session management, and pub/sub patternsAPI Development: Strong experience building and consuming RESTful APIs and third-party integrationsDatabase Management: Proficiency with relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) and query optimizationVersion Control: Experience with Git workflows and collaborative development practicesAbility to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirementsExcellent problem-solving skills and attention to detailStrong communication and teamwork skills Would be beneficial Experience with recommendation algorithms, matching systems, or social networking features. Previous work on dating apps, social platforms, or professional networking toolsFamiliarity with event management or booking systemsKnowledge of payment gateway integrations (Stripe, PayPal)Understanding of GDPR compliance and data privacy regulationsExperience with Docker containerization and deployment automationKnowledge of testing frameworks (PHPUnit, Jest, Cypress) Why SiGMA Group? Grow with us – Be part of SiGMA’s global expansion and make your markFree iGaming Academy access – Learn the ins and outs of the industry with access to coursesTravel perks – Visit our international offices and attend industry events worldwide.Performance rewards – High performers are recognized and fast-tracked with annual reviews and bi-yearly performance checks insInterest-free car loan after probation (T&Cs apply)