Software Engineer Middleware / PHP

Software Engineer Middleware / PHP Chennai Full-time Hybrid --- About the Role Seeking a backend PHP engineer to develop and modernize middleware and shared library layers for the Wholesale Portal, including APIs, business logic, and MySQL-driven workflows. The ideal candidate has strong PHP/MySQL skills and can work in both legacy and modernized codebases. The role involves using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality and security. --- Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain backend services using PHP - Build and enhance middleware and shared libraries supporting core business workflows - Develop and optimize RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations - Work with MySQL databases to design schemas, write efficient queries, and improve performance - Maintain and refactor legacy systems while contributing to modernization efforts - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend, DevOps, and product - Ensure code quality through testing, code reviews, and best practices - Implement secure coding practices and data protection measures - Utilize AI-assisted tools to accelerate development while maintaining reliability --- Requirements - Develop strong proficiency in PHP and backend development - Possess solid experience with MySQL, including performance tuning and query optimization - Have experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs - Be familiar with legacy system maintenance and modernization strategies - Understand software design patterns and clean architecture - Have experience with version control systems, such as Git - Know secure coding practices and application security --- What We Offer Software Engineer Middleware / PHP Chennai Full-time Hybrid --- About the Role Seeking a backend PHP engineer to develop and modernize middleware and shared library layers for the Wholesale Portal, including APIs, business logic, and MySQL-driven workflows. The ideal candidate has strong PHP/MySQL skills and can work in both legacy and modernized codebases. The role involves using AI-assisted development tools to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality and security. --- Key Responsibilities - Design, develop, and maintain backend services using PHP - Build and enhance middleware and shared libraries supporting core business workflows - Develop and optimize RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations - Work with MySQL databases to design schemas, write efficient queries, and improve performance - Maintain and refactor legacy systems while contributing to modernization efforts - Collaborate with cross-functional teams including frontend, DevOps, and product - Ensure code quality through testing, code reviews, and best practices - Implement secure coding practices and data protection measures - Utilize AI-assisted tools to accelerate development while maintaining reliability --- Requirements - Develop strong proficiency in PHP and backend development - Possess solid experience with MySQL, including performance tuning and query optimization - Have experience building and maintaining RESTful APIs - Be familiar with legacy system maintenance and modernization strategies - Understand software design patterns and clean architecture - Have experience with version control systems, such as Git - Know secure coding practices and application security --- What We Offer