DescriptionPatchstack Is Hiring a Senior Backend Developer (PHP/Laravel). This is a remote role but you must be located in EEST +/- 2.Do you have extensive previous experience with PHP, Laravel and with tools such as PHPCS and PHPStan? Would you be excited to make millions of web applications more secure? Are you excited to work in a full-remote globally distributed company?Patchstack is looking for a Backend Developer who has personal interest in web security and who can help us build modern web-based PHP applications with Laravel.Patchstack is a cyber security company helping companies and software developers to identify & patch vulnerabilities in open-source code. We have a strong community focus with our own gamified bug bounty program called Patchstack Alliance.Most importantly, we’re looking for a full-time team member who is an excellent communicator can grow with the rest of the team.What we do:We provide a SaaS solution to detect and virtually patch plugin vulnerabilities.We run a community-driven bug bounty platform (Patchstack Alliance) to nurture a community of independent security researchers behind the WordPress ecosystem.We maintain an open and free WordPress vulnerability databaseWe provide professional code review and security auditing to WordPress plugins Who are we looking for?We’re looking for a self-disciplined professional with excellent communication skills who is fluent in the English language.You’ll be working in a fast-paced startup environment where everybody is involved in planning the direction and growth of the company.While we provide a lot of personal freedom, we’re looking for a solution-oriented person who is not afraid of challenges and is also happy to work on tasks that might not fall into everyday responsibilities.Day-to-day tasks include:Develop web-based PHP applications using LaravelRefactor existing code to meet new standards and features (PHP 8)Write unit tests and document features and processesCoordinate with other members of the team and communicate on the status of your tasksRequirementsTimezone: EEST (+/- 2 hours)PHP, LaravelFamiliar with tools such as PHPCS, PHPStanGood understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScriptSQL and the ability to write performant queriesSQL schema design, normalizationUnderstanding of MVC frameworks and SPAVersion control such as gitAbility to write clean code that is also reusableA focus on security and performanceFluent English in both speaking and writingOutstanding communication skillsWould be helpful:Good understanding of Vue.js, NuxtJS, AWS, PythonPrevious experience working as a developerPrevious experience working in a remote teamKnowledge about WordPress and other PHP-based content management systemsIndustry certificationsBenefitsHighly impactful workNo corporate environmentPaid training for work-related personal developmentPaid vacations (35 days a year)Full-time telecommuting in a globally distributed teamCo-working space membership or WFH equipment for home-officeFitness club or a local gym membershipCompetitive salary Awesome team members!