Senior Backend Engineer (PHP & Laravel)

Oowlish Technology

São Paulo, Brazil remote Until 9/7/2026 5+ years exp First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 2026

Job description

Join Our Team

Oowlish, one of Latin America's rapidly expanding software development companies, is seeking experienced technology professionals to enhance our diverse and vibrant team.

As a valued member of Oowlish, you will collaborate with premier clients from the United States and Europe, contributing to pioneering digital solutions. Our commitment to creating a nurturing work environment is recognized by our certification as a Great Place to Work, where you will have opportunities for professional development, growth, and a chance to make a significant international impact.

We offer the convenience of remote work, allowing you to craft a work-life balance that suits your personal and professional needs. We're looking for candidates who are passionate about technology, proficient in English, and excited to engage in remote collaboration for a worldwide presence.

We are looking for an experienced PHP Developer to join our team on a part-time basis. The ideal candidate has a strong background in PHP and experience with the Laravel framework, as well as a commitment to building robust applications that enhance user experience. This role involves working on exciting projects where you'll utilize your expertise with REST APIs, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, and AWS.

5+ years of professional experience working with PHP.
Proven experience with the Laravel framework (required).
Strong knowledge of REST APIs, PostgreSQL, and Elasticsearch.
Familiarity with AWS services.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and communicate efficiently in a remote environment.

Benefits & Perks:

Home office;

Competitive compensation based on experience;

Career plans to allow for extensive growth in the company;

International Projects;

Oowlish English Program (Technical and Conversational);

Oowlish Fitness with Total Pass;

Games and Competitions;

You can also apply here:

Website: https://www.oowlish.com/work-with-us/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/oowlish/jobs/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oowlishtechnology/

About this role

Summary

Develop and maintain backend applications using PHP, Laravel, REST APIs, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, and AWS.

Job title

Senior Backend Engineer (PHP & Laravel)

Experience level

5+ years

Minimum experience

5+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

remote work allowed, candidate can be anywhere

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Skills & keywords

Required skills

PHPLaravelREST APIsPostgreSQLElasticsearchAWS

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

PHPLaravelREST APIsPostgreSQLElasticsearch

Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

Remote