Laravel Backend Developer

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Build dependable Laravel APIs and business applications for growing Nigerian businesses.

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Key details

Location
Port Harcourt, Nigeria
Department
Engineering
Employment type
Full-time
Work arrangement
Hybrid
Application deadline
December 12, 2026 (UTC)

About Easy World

Easy World Techs Limited provides website development, custom software development, mobile app development, branding and creative design, IT support, and technology training. Our teams help businesses connect their needs with practical technology solutions.

About the role

Own backend features from database design through deployment. Work with frontend developers and designers to deliver secure, maintainable web applications, with an emphasis on reliable integrations and clear documentation.

Proposed role profile: the work arrangement, deadline, compensation, and benefits require employer confirmation before this listing is opened.

Responsibilities

  • Develop REST APIs, business workflows, and background jobs using Laravel and PHP.
  • Design MySQL schemas, write migrations, and investigate slow queries.
  • Integrate payment, email, and other third-party services with appropriate error handling.
  • Write feature tests for critical customer journeys and review pull requests.
  • Maintain authentication, authorization, validation, and secure handling of customer data.
  • Document API contracts, support releases, and investigate production issues.

Required qualifications

  • At least 2 years of practical PHP and Laravel development experience.
  • Working knowledge of MySQL, Eloquent, queues, caching, and REST API design.
  • Experience with Git, automated testing, and debugging web applications.
  • Understanding of application security, role-based access, and validation.
  • OND, HND, or degree in a related discipline, or equivalent demonstrable development experience.

Added advantages

  • Experience with payment gateways used in Nigeria, such as Paystack or Flutterwave.
  • Familiarity with Linux hosting, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud deployment.
  • Experience maintaining integrations with external business systems.

What we offer

  • Access to a project mentor and regular code review sessions.
  • Employer-funded technical learning, subject to an agreed budget.
  • Use of company development tools for assigned projects.

Compensation

₦600,000–800,000 gross per month.

Application

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter explaining how your experience fits this role.

Submit your CV and a brief cover letter using the careers application form. Include links to two Laravel projects or relevant GitHub repositories in your cover letter. Briefly describe your contribution to an API, integration, or performance improvement. Do not share confidential client code.

Upload your CV as PDF, DOC, or DOCX, up to 5 MB. Include portfolio or project links in your cover letter; do not include sensitive client information.

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