Sr. Software Engineer (php)

Cars Commerce

Chicago, US
Base: $118,600.00-148,250.00; bonus/equity: eligib...
Fully remote
Php backend development
Api-first services
Kubernetes and containerization
Join a team that owns high-throughput, API-first services and an end-user web application serving dealer customers

Job Summary

  • Join a team that owns high-throughput, API-first services and an end-user web application serving dealer customers.
  • Shape the future of the platform by building innovative and integrated services that redefine value delivery.
  • The company is recognized as a U.S. News & World Report Best Company to Work For in 2024.

Matching Summary

Join a team that owns high-throughput, API-first services and an end-user web application serving dealer customers.

Salary

Base: $118,600.00-148,250.00; Bonus/Equity: eligible for bonus and/or equity programs; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PHP backend development
  • API-first services
  • Kubernetes and containerization
  • PostgreSQL and MySQL
  • Observability solutions (e.g., DataDog)
  • CI/CD pipelines

Nice-to-have

  • Transitioning legacy monoliths
  • Automotive digital retailing background
  • Contract-first API design
  • Open to All communication ethos
  • Caring to Challenge mindset

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years backend development experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Experience with PHP and web frameworks (Symfony/Laravel)
  • Experience with Node.js ecosystem (Express, NextJS)
  • Experience with AWS and Docker/Kubernetes
  • Experience with RESTful APIs
  • Experience with PostgreSQL/MySQL, caching, messaging systems
  • Experience designing observability solutions
  • Familiarity with DevSecOps practices
  • Familiarity with end-to-end testing frameworks (Cypress/Playwright)
  • Willingness to participate in on-call rotation

Work Rights

Authorized to work in the United States

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