Full Stack Developer - Python/PHP/React.js

Overview

• Lead the development and scaling of backend services using PHP (Laravel/Symfony) and Python (FastAPI/Django).
• Maintain, enhance, and modernize legacy PHP applications, including WordPress-based and standalone systems.
• Build responsive, high-performance frontend applications using React and modern CSS.
• Design, implement, and document secure RESTful APIs and third-party integrations.
• Manage and optimize MySQL/PostgreSQL databases with a strong focus on performance and scalability.
• Support cloud-native deployments using Docker and Kubernetes on AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues across legacy and modern stacks.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical decision-making and best practices.
  
  

• Work on a mix of modern microservices and real-world legacy systems.
• High ownership and influence over architecture and technical direction.
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across backend, frontend, and DevOps.
• Continuous learning with modern frameworks, cloud platforms, and scalable systems.
• Opportunity to mentor others and grow as a technical leader.
  
  

• 6+ years of professional experience building and maintaining large-scale web applications.
• Strong hands-on expertise in PHP and Python backend development.
• Experience with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.
• Experience with Python frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Solid frontend experience with JavaScript (ES6+), React, and CSS.
• Strong database skills with MySQL or PostgreSQL, including query optimization.
• Experience designing, building, and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Excellent debugging, problem-solving, and code review skills.
  
  

• Experience working with WordPress-based or other legacy PHP systems.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in production environments.
• Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Understanding of microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Prior experience mentoring junior engineers or leading small teams.
  
  

• Python Strong - 60% & 40% PHP
• JavaScript HTML CSS are normal
• SQL or database should be strong
• Coding exp in mandatory in this
  
  

RESTful API, Python Frameworks & Libraries, Database MYSQL, PHP

Secondary Skills : CSS, Basic React JS

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