We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer with strong PHP and cloud experience to join our clients digital marketplace team.
You will play a key role in designing and delivering reliable, scalable, and cost-efficient backend systems as our client continues their rapid growth towards becoming one of Australia's largest digital marketplaces.
You will work hands-on across backend development, architecture, API design, and delivery processes. You'll also mentor junior/offshore developers, collaborate closely with Product and Engineering leadership, and help drive continuous improvement across performance, quality, security, and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and deliver backend features across PHP, Laravel, and WordPress.
* Design reliable, performant, scalable, and cost-effective backend solutions.
* Build and maintain REST and GraphQL APIs and stand-alone applications.
* Optimise the performance, cost, security, and quality of the existing stack.
* Mentor junior and offshore developers on best practices and architecture.
* Contribute to the refinement of agile processes, coding standards, and documentation.
* Provide technical estimates, run POCs, and de-risk complex features.
* Collaborate with Product Managers on feasibility, design, and lifecycle planning.
* Work with external vendors to expand platform capabilities.
* Partner with Marketplace and Content teams to support operational and customer needs.
Skills & Experience Required
* 6+ years of backend/full-stack experience with PHP.
* Strong hands-on experience with Laravel and WordPress.
* Experience designing and developing REST/GraphQL APIs.
* Solid SQL and NoSQL skills, including ORM experience (Eloquent).
* Exposure to AWS or GCP cloud environments.
* Strong understanding of microservices, distributed systems, and ETL patterns.
* Practical DevOps experience with CI/CD, automation, and observability.
* Experience building high-traffic, secure, and scalable systems.
* Strong communication skills, with proven mentoring or leadership capability.
* Familiarity with Agile practices.
Preferred
* Experience with AWS Well-Architected Framework.
* Background in automotive, marketplaces, or media.
* Experience working with external vendors and multi-team environments.
Why Join Our Client?
* Join a fast-growing marketplace backed by one of Australia's iconic organisations.
* Work in a collaborative, ambitious, and supportive engineering team.
* Help shape the technical foundation of our clients technical team
* Inclusive and diverse workplace culture that encourages bringing your full self to work.
Torch thanks you for your interest and should you wish to apply please submit a current resume in WORD format.