Senior Backend Engineer – PHP/Symfony (Remote) | Smart Working Jobs 2026
Smart Working is Hiring: Senior Backend Engineer – PHP/Symfony (Remote, Full-Time)
Smart Working is offering a remote career opportunity for experienced software engineers in Pakistan. The company is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong PHP and Symfony experience to develop scalable backend systems, build APIs, improve software quality, and collaborate with international teams.
Important: Proven Symfony experience is mandatory. Laravel-only experience does not qualify for this position.
Job Details
- Company: Smart Working
- Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer – PHP/Symfony
- Location: Remote, Pakistan
- Job Type: Full-Time
- Job ID: HR191
- Experience: 5+ years in PHP, 3+ years in Symfony, and 2+ years in PHPUnit
- Required Skills: PHP, Symfony, PHPUnit, MongoDB, Object-Oriented Design Patterns, API Development
- Preferred Skills: JavaScript, React, Node.js, TypeScript, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD
- Working Hours: 11:30 AM–9:00 PM PKT (summer) or 12:30 PM–10:00 PM PKT (winter)
- Weekend Work: Not required, according to the listing
- Benefits: Laptop and work equipment from day one, mentorship, and professional development support
Key Responsibilities
Develop and maintain backend applications, build secure APIs, write unit tests, review code, mentor team members, and improve system performance and reliability.
How to Apply
Interested candidates with proven Symfony and PHP experience can review the official job listing and submit their applications through LinkedIn.
