Lead Developer (PHP - Yii2 / Laravel)

• Drive innovation in a fast-paced gaming tech environment
• Minimum 10 years of PHP development experience, including team leadership
  
  

About Our Client

A leading provider of cutting-edge IT solutions tailored for the gaming and entertainment industry. This company blends deep technical expertise with a passion for immersive digital experiences, delivering scalable platforms and real-time systems to some of the most dynamic gaming brands worldwide.

Job Description

• Lead the design and development of backend systems using PHP (Laravel/Symfony).
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and DevOps to deliver robust gaming solutions.
• Architect scalable APIs and microservices for real-time gaming applications.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and guide junior developers.
• Optimise application performance and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Ensure security, data integrity, and compliance with industry standards.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions.
  
  

The Successful Applicant

• 10+ years of PHP development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of modern PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony, etc.).
• Experience with MySQL, Redis, Docker, and RESTful APIs.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for clean, maintainable code.
• Previous experience in gaming, fintech, or high-traffic platforms is a plus.
  
  

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work on high-impact projects in the gaming sector.
• Collaborative, multicultural team environment in the heart of Dubai.
  
  

Contact: Matt Jones

Quote job ref: JN-092025-6824297