Senior PHP Engineer

Position Title: Senior PHP Engineer A growing, technology-driven marketing organization is seeking a Senior PHP Engineer to develop, maintain, and enhance custom web applications and lead data systems that directly support business revenue. This role will focus on building scalable PHP applications, optimizing databases, modernizing legacy systems, and collaborating with engineering teams across the US and internationally to improve performance and expand technical capabilities. The ideal candidate has 6+ years of professional PHP development experience, strong object-oriented programming skills, and expertise in MySQL, AWS, and Linux environments. This individual is a proactive problem-solver who thrives in a collaborative, fast-moving environment, takes ownership of technical challenges, and is comfortable working independently within a custom PHP codebase. Salary Range: $115,000 - $140,000 / annually, DOE Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance custom PHP web applications and lead data management systemsBuild scalable, object-oriented applications within a custom PHP codebase without relying on traditional frameworksMaintain existing PHP 5.6 applications while supporting modernization and migration to PHP 8Design, optimize, and manage MySQL databases, including table structures, indexing, and query performanceDevelop and improve systems for storing, retrieving, analyzing, and scoring lead dataCollaborate with engineering teams across the US and Israel to improve system functionality, streamline workflows, and support ongoing developmentLeverage AI-assisted coding tools, Git, AWS, and Linux environments to improve development efficiency and maintain reliable applications Requirements 6+ years of professional PHP development experience, including hands-on experience with PHP 8 and exposure to legacy PHP 5.6Strong object-oriented programming skills and experience architecting large applications without traditional PHP frameworks5+ years of SQL experience, including database design, table structures, indexing, and optimization1+ year of AWS experience, proficiency working in Linux environments, and experience using Git for version controlDemonstrated experience using AI-assisted coding tools in software developmentAbility to independently troubleshoot complex technical challenges, make informed decisions, and contribute to continuous improvementStrong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across international engineering teams and maintain overlapping Eastern Time business hoursExperience with LLM APIs, lead generation platforms, or French language proficiency is a plus Benefits Competitive base salary of $120,000–$140,000, depending on experience, with bonus potentialFully remote opportunity for US-based candidates, with East Coast candidates preferredMedical, dental, and vision insurance benefitsLife insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverageHealth Savings Account (HSA) and flexible spending account (FSA) optionsFlexible work schedule with reasonable overlap for international team collaborationProfessional growth opportunities within an expanding engineering organization, with exposure to AI-driven development and revenue-generating technology If you're an experienced PHP engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building impactful applications, and taking ownership of meaningful projects, apply today to join a growing engineering team where your expertise will make a direct impact!