Senior Software Engineer (PHP) - Laravel and WordPress Expert

About Outcode:

OutCode is a global software development firm that delivers technology solutions that improve business-facing quality of life by increasing ROI, effectiveness, & efficiency.

Our DNA is made of ex-startup founders and the top talent in Product, UX/UI, Software development, and Machine Deep Learning. We came together from various backgrounds with one vision: to bring a lean, user-centric approach to product innovation and software development by completely understanding the business needs before building anything.

What we’re looking for:

A Senior Software Engineer (PHP) with strong experience in Laravel and WordPress to design, build, and maintain high-quality web applications. You’ll work closely with clients, Product Owners, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and well-documented solutions.

You will play a key role throughout the project lifecycle—from kickoff and architecture decisions to deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement—while maintaining clear communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

Client & Stakeholder Communication

• Provide daily standups and regular progress updates to clients.
• Participate in 1:1 meetings with managers, clients, Product Owners, and Project Managers, offering technical insights and guidance.
• Help translate business requirements into reliable technical solutions.

Development & Maintenance

• Develop, maintain, and enhance PHP applications using Laravel.
• Build, customize, and maintain WordPress websites, including:
• Custom themes and plugins
• Performance optimization and security hardening
• Integration with external APIs and services
• Implement updates and changes according to client requirements, product needs, and Statements of Work (SOW).
• Ensure code quality, performance, scalability, and security best practices.

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Project Lifecycle & Delivery

• Actively contribute to project kickoff meetings, helping define technical scope, architecture, and deliverables.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, API documentation, and setup guides.
• Deploy applications to staging and production environments.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve bugs or production issues.

Integration & Prototyping

• Document and test APIs provided by clients and ensure seamless integration.
• Set up basic prototype systems to demonstrate features and workflows.
• Configure tools such as ngrok for local testing, collaboration, and secure sharing.

Collaboration & Growth

• Collaborate closely with Front-End teams and other cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and project goals.
• Participate in planning, estimation, and technical decision-making.
• Optionally upskill in front-end frameworks and modern web technologies.

Qualifications

• Fluent English (written and spoken)
• 5+ years of professional experience as a PHP Developer
• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong experience with Laravel

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• Solid hands-on experience with WordPress, including custom themes and plugins
• Deep understanding of:
• MVC design patterns
• Object-oriented PHP
• PHP’s synchronous behavior and limitations
• Working knowledge of JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3
• Experience with:
• SQL and/or NoSQL databases
• Database schema design for business processes
• API integrations and third-party services
• Strong understanding of security, accessibility, and performance best practices
• Familiarity with common PHP/web server vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
• Experience with authentication and authorization across multiple systems
• Proficient with Git and modern version control workflows

What you’ll love about us

• Work modality: 100% remote from your location.
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Peru time).
• Holidays: Peruvian holidays apply.
• Payment: Via Deel, during the first few days of each month, to the account of your choice.
• Employment type: Contractor (independent contractor). In Peru, this corresponds to a fee-for-service invoice.
• Payment method: Fee-for-service invoices in soles (or dollars if you reside outside the country).
• Equipment: Each collaborator uses their own laptop.
• Work flexibility available based on performance and meeting deadlines.