I’m helping International Development Resources find a top candidate to join their team full-time for the role of PHP Developer . You'll lead key Laravel upgrades and cloud migrations to modernize a core platform in a global tech team. Compensation: Hidden Location: Remote: Colombia Mission of International Development Resources: "Our team of business analysts and developers work proactively to achieve value for clients!" What makes you a strong candidate: You are an expert in Software development, PHP, Laravel. You are proficient in SQL, MySQL, Linux operating system, Apache HTTP Server, AWS. English - Fully fluent Responsibilities and more: About us At International Development Resources (IDR), we believe our greatest asset is our people. We're a diverse, passionate, and forward-thinking team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous learning. By joining IDR, you become part of a global network dedicated to building technology that transforms businesses and makes a real impact in the world. The Opportunity We are looking for a talented PHP Developer for a 6-month contract project focused on modernizing our core platform. This is a great opportunity for an experienced developer to take ownership of key upgrade and migration initiatives, ensuring our codebase is up-to-date, secure, and ready for future growth. You will work closely with a cross-functional team and play a pivotal role in shaping the technical foundation of our application. What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities) * Lead initiatives to upgrade Laravel 8 to the latest version (Laravel 12). * Migrate the PHP codebase from version 7.8 to version 8.3. * Ensure backward compatibility, robust test coverage, and deployment readiness. * Support the DevOps team in implementing AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Aurora, Kubernetes, etc.) to support the modernized application. * Configure and manage Linux servers (Amazon Linux 2) and Apache web server environments. * Analyze and optimize database schemas, indexes, and SQL queries for performance. * Cross-functionally collaborate with Product Managers, QA Engineers, and DevOps to ensure project success. * Contribute to sprint planning and actively participate in all Agile ceremonies. What We’re Looking For (Qualifications) * 5+ years of professional software development experience with PHP using the Laravel framework. * Proven experience upgrading Laravel applications, especially from version 8 to 12. * Strong experience migrating PHP applications from 7.8 to 8.3. * Experience with Linux server administration and Apache configurations. * Hands-on experience with AWS services, particularly for hosting and storage. * Strong MySQL database skills and optimized SQL query writing. * Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within an Agile team. Bonus if you have experience with: * Docker, Terraform, or other Infrastructure-as-Code tools. * Familiarity with front-end stacks (Angular). * Experience with performance tuning and scaling applications in the cloud. Why Join Us * Culture of Respect & Teamwork: We believe in treating everyone kindly, working together, and growing as one team. * Focus on Growth & Innovation: We're constant learners, driven to improve, and open to ideas that drive transformation. * Client-Focused Excellence: We’re dedicated to serving with innovation and excellence, knowing their success fuels ours. * Competitive compensation and benefits package. Medical insurance after the trial period ends. Team-building activities. 24 paid vacation days per year 5 paid sick leave days per year. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries Staffing and Recruiting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Emma of Torre.ai by 2x Sign in to set job alerts for “PHP Developer” roles. Riohacha, La Guajira, Colombia 1 month ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr