Senior Backend Developer - PHP Laravel (Remote)

Company Overview At NewRich Network, we empower digital entrepreneurs to turn their dreams into reality. Our mission is simple yet bold: to help people create a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle – while building wealth and independence along the way. We’re a fast-growing team driven by one vision: a world where anyone can work remotely, chase their passion, and live life on their own terms. Our platform combines SaaS tools, e-learning programs, and a supportive social network – a one-stop ecosystem designed for creators, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who want more than just a career. We believe fulfilling work and a healthy work-life balance is key to living a NewRich Lifestyle. If you’re motivated, ambitious, and ready to grow with us, we want to hear from you! Stack: 80% PHP (Laravel, MySQL) / 20% React. 5+ years as Software Developer with proven project track record. Strong knowledge of PHP 8, Laravel 9+, MySQL, React.js 18.2 (or any other frontend framework). Experience with HTML/CSS/JS, RESTful APIs, Git. Docker/Kubernetes, AWS (or similar cloud). Solid database design and optimization skills. Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to work independently. Experience with PHPUnit or similar testing frameworks. Good understanding of web app security. Fluency in English (written & spoken).

Nice to have:

• WebRTC, FFMPEG, HLS, SRT, RTMP, DRM.
• Node.js/Express, GitHub Actions.
• NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).

DevOps practices.

Personal qualities:

• Self-driven, motivated, reliable in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain server-side applications (PHP 8, Laravel, MySQL).
• Build and optimize APIs, ensure performance, scalability, and security.
• Implement front-end features with React.js (18.2).
• Work with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor juniors.
• Manage integrations between systems and cloud services (AWS).
• Maintain documentation, database schemas, and ensure security best practices.

Paid Adventure Time – Take an all-expenses-paid remote working trip for 3 weeks to a destination of your choice with one of our remote work-trip partners. On top of that, you’ll have “Me-Days” – flexible personal days you can take whenever you need a reset.

• Fast Growth, Big Upside – We’re a small, ambitious team. That means more ownership, faster learning, and a real chance to shape the future of our company (and your career).
• Unlimited Learning – You’ll get full access to every course and program on our NewRich platform. We invest in your growth because your growth fuels ours.

Home Office Stipend – Your setup matters. We’ll support you with a budget to create your ideal workspace and provide you with a new MacBook to power your productivity. Annual Retreat – Work remote, but meet the team IRL. Every year we gather in amazing locations – next stop: Colombia. Excited about this role? Explore more at https://newrich.com/ We’d love to hear from you!