Principal PHP Software Architect

Overview About FullStack FullStack is the most transparent IT talent network, connecting highly skilled individuals with top global companies and Silicon Valley startups for remote, on-demand projects. We focus on building a trusted, high-performance network where talent can thrive in a positive, respectful, and supportive environment. By prioritizing transparency, fair opportunities, and professional growth, we empower our engineers to deliver their best work while collaborating with innovative teams worldwide. What We’re Most Proud Of Offering life-changing opportunities for talented software professionals across the Americas. Enhancing highly-skilled software development teams of hundreds of the world’s greatest companies. Our 4.2-star rating on GlassDoor. Our client Net Promoter Score of 68, twice the industry average. The Opportunity Join our talent network and connect with U.S. clients for flexible, project-based development work as a Principal PHP Software Architect. You will integrate directly into our client\'s team and work alongside their existing designers and engineers on a daily basis. What We’re Looking For 10+ years of professional software development experience. Advanced English is required. Successful completion of a four-year college degree is required. Deep, hands-on experience with PHP in production environments. Strong proficiency with SQL, including schema design, query optimization, and data integrity. Solid experience with JavaScript, particularly in backend-integrated or full-stack contexts. Proven experience working on large, long-lived codebases with historical complexity. Extensive experience designing, consuming, and maintaining APIs, including authentication and authorization. Strong understanding of security best practices, including secure coding, data protection, and access control. Ability to break down complex requirements and architect scalable, maintainable solutions. Experience coordinating work across multiple engineering teams and managing technical dependencies. Meaningful experience owning features or systems throughout the full development lifecycle. Experience supporting or integrating with mobile applications, including familiarity with mobile CI/CD workflows, is a plus. Ability to work through new and difficult issues and contribute to libraries as needed. Ability to create and maintain continuous integration and delivery of applications. Forensic attention to detail. A positive mindset and a can-do attitude. Experience working on Agile/Scrum teams. Meaningful experience working on large, complex systems. Ability to take extreme ownership over your work. Every day is a challenge to ensure you are performing to the expectations you and your team have agreed upon. Ability to identify with the goals of FullStack\'s clients, and dedicate yourself to delivering on the commitments you and your team make to them. Ability to consistently work 40 hours per week. What We Offer Competitive pay. 100% remote work. The ability to work with leading startups and Fortune 500 companies. Continuing education opportunities. Opportunity to grow and expand your career. Our talent network is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment where IT professionals can find opportunities that match their skills. We welcome individuals of all races, religions, genders, sexual orientations, national origins, abilities, and experiences. Our focus is on connecting talent with projects based on qualifications, ensuring a fair and transparent process that values diverse perspectives and global collaboration. Learn more about our Applicants Privacy Notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr