Career Opportunities: Backend PHP Laravel Developer Consultant (33909) Requisition ID 33909 - Posted - Sargent Manufacturing Company - Architectural Hardware Group - USA: Connecticut (New Haven - 100 Sargent Dr) - Administration, Facilities & Secretarial - Posting Country (1) - Yes - Mid-senior level - Travel Required: 0%-10%  Job Description Print Preview At ASSA ABLOY, our mission is to make securely accessing the things in your life noticeably easier, without being noticeable. Our global teams work together to create products and services that add everyday simplicity and convenience to our users’ lives. With the ability to control access to what they love the most, we’re able to provide peace of mind through safety and visibility. We are seeking an experienced Backend Laravel Developer to join our team and take on a crucial role in developing and maintaining the REST and Micro services for our backend management services. The ideal candidate should be proficient in the Laravel PHP framework and have a strong background in application design and architecture. We value candidates who are hungry to learn and grow with our organization. If you have a passion for Backend Laravel development, a drive to continually improve your skills, and an eagerness to be part of a collaborative team, we encourage you to apply. We are committed to fostering a learning environment and are willing to provide mentorship and training to the right candidate who shares our hunger for excellence. This position is a long-term REMOTE contract engagement and will require on-site meetings in Berlin, CT. We will consider those that reside in the CT, MA, NH, NY, NJ or RI. What you will be doing + Develop RESTful and Micro services for our backend management services using the Laravel PHP framework. + Design, code, and debug applications to deliver high-quality software solutions. + Write well-designed, efficient, and testable code while ensuring standards compliance. + Test, maintain, refactor, and optimize existing software for improved functionality. + Recommend and implement improvements to enhance the performance and scalability of existing software. + Integrate the backend system with various external APIs by writing appropriate classes. + Troubleshoot and fix technical issues as they arise. + Assist in data standardization and clean up using both manual and automated methods. + Produce technical designs and documentation at different levels of detail. What we are looking for + Technical ownership experience in managing projects or large features in complex environments. + Must have 5+ years of PHP experience, with a focus on Laravel (version 9.x+). + Strong background in application design and architecture (minimum 2+ years). + Proficiency in building and interacting with RESTful APIs. + Knowledge of React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS. + Familiarity with database architecture and design principles. + Experience with AWS and a good understanding of version control systems, preferably Git. + Ability to work during Eastern Standard Time hours (9 am to 5 pm). + Capable of thriving in a fast-paced and deadline-driven work environment. + Hunger for learning and a strong desire to improve skills and grow with us. Preferred Skills + DevOps experience to streamline development and deployment processes. + Experience with Laravel Vapor for serverless Laravel applications. + Working experience with Cloud servers such as GCM, Azure, etc. + Knowledge of ElasticSearch for efficient data querying and analysis. What we offer We’re passionate about providing amazing opportunities and benefits, so that you can enjoy a lifelong career with us. + Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility. + Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k. + Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge. + Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more! We review applications regularly, so don’t hesitate, apply today! #LI-VB1 We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 61,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.