PHP Laravel Full Stack Developer with jQuery and JavaScript

Are you a skilled Full Stack Developer based in Europe, ready to tackle exciting challenges in the LegalTech and TravelTech industries?

✈️ Join AirAdvisor – Innovate, Lead, and Make an Impact, and work remotely from anywhere✈️

About Us

At AirAdvisor , we are dedicated to ensuring air passengers receive the compensation they are entitled to for flight disruptions. Whether it’s a delay, cancellation, missed connection , or an airline-related issue like overbooking . As the only company in the industry , we also offer baggage claim services for lost and delayed luggage under a patented process. We are present in the EU, the UK, and other international markets, with a focus on protecting air passengers’ rights globally. We have successfully processed over 800,000+ claims for clients from 221 countries , earning a 4.5-star rating based on 28,600+ reviews . Currently operating in 21 languages , AirAdvisor is an ambitious and fast-growing startup with a clear vision for international expansion. We plan to reach 1 million claims by the end of 2026. ✈️

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, results-oriented, and success-driven PHP Laravel Full-Stack Developer with strong business acumen .

What You Will Do:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and web applications using PHP.
• Integrate frontend components using Bootstrap or Tailwind CSS, jQuery, and JavaScript.
• Debug, enhance, and maintain database structures and performance, and manage high-load environments with MySQL.
• Implement caching and messaging solutions with Redis, Memcached, and RabbitMQ.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and launch new business service features. Evaluate user feedback and collaborate with product teams to refine and improve service features based on real-world usage.
• Maintain and enhance legacy PHP codebases without frameworks and participate in projects to migrate legacy PHP applications to modern frameworks (e.g., Laravel).
• Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize existing systems, with a focus on enhancing performance, response time, and system efficiency.
• Proactively recommend and execute program improvements, including performance optimizations and feature enhancements.
• Create comprehensive technical documentation and conduct training sessions for team members on best practices and new features.

What You Bring:

• PHP Development (extensive experience required).
• Strong experience with one or more PHP frameworks, ideally Laravel.
• Solid knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap or Tailwind, and jQuery.
• Strong experience with MySQL in high-load environment s, including query optimization, indexing strategies, and data modeling.
• Experience with caching and messaging tools (any technology, e.g., Redis, Memcached, RabbitMQ, Kafka, etc.).
• Ability to work with and improve legacy PHP code without frameworks.
• Proven track record of building, integrating, scaling, and maintaining third-party APIs and services for high-traffic applications.
• Ability to communicate well in English.

Nice-to have experience:

• Experience with RUM, Core Web Vitals, and understanding how to optimize the front end
• Experience with database sharding/partitioning
• Knowledge of parsing techniques and tools
• Hands-on experience with Elasticsearch
• Familiarity with Selenium for automated testing
• Experience in the LegalTech, TravelTech, and Travel Arrangements industries.

Who you are as a person:

• Self-aware , honest , and able to take responsibility for mistakes while driving continuous improvement.
• Result-oriented approach , with a proven ability to deliver fast and make a significant impact on business growth, demonstrate initiative, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and creative thinking abilities.
• Independence Ability to act as a universal player, capable of working independently without constant supervision.
• Speed Result-oriented, with a focus on delivering fast and making an immediate impact.
• Devotion Eager to make a significant impact on the product, with a willingness to go above and beyond to achieve his goals.
• Excellent *communication skills…