Senior PHP Engineer

What we do 

At Blankfactor, we are dedicated to engineering impact. We are passionate about creating value by building best-in-class tech solutions for companies looking to transform, innovate, and scale. In every project, we aim to deliver work that moves the needle and drives measurable outcomes for our partners and clients. Our full-stack development, data engineering, digital product, and enterprise AI solutions cater to a range of industries, including payments, banking, capital markets, and life sciences.

We are headquartered in Miami, Florida, have offices in Bulgaria, Colombia, and Romania, and are rapidly expanding our global footprint. Our culture of engineering excellence, technical expertise, and care for both our clients and our talented workforce has made us one of the fastest-growing companies in America.

We only hire the best and brightest. If you have talent and ambition, join us and be part of an environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and growth. Welcome to Blankfactor!

What to Expect in This Role

We are looking for a skilled Senior Phalcon Engineer with deep expertise in PHP and SQL to join our team. In this role, you will develop and optimize high-performance applications, ensuring scalability and reliability across our platforms. You will work with modern technologies such as Postgres and AMQ, contributing to cutting-edge fintech solutions. Additionally, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams and have opportunities to mentor junior developers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using PHP with a focus on the Phalcon framework.
• Optimize database queries and manage efficient workflows with Postgres and SQL.
• Implement messaging and integration solutions using AMQ.
• Collaborate with product and engineering teams to deliver robust, user-centric solutions that meet performance and security standards.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex issues to ensure system reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers through code reviews, knowledge sharing, and guidance on best practices.
• Stay current with industry trends, leveraging new technologies to improve processes and solutions.

Requirements & Technical Skills

Mandatory Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in software development with PHP and strong expertise in SQL.
• Hands-on experience with Postgres for database management.
• Knowledge of messaging systems like AMQ.
• Solid understanding of software development best practices, including clean code principles and testing methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering reliable solutions.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the Phalcon framework.
• Knowledge of C#/.NET.
• Previous experience in fintech or payment processing systems.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Proven ability to mentor junior developers or lead small teams.

• Dynamic Environment: Participate in annual festivities, sporting challenges, and social events.
• Tech Stack: Work with a cutting-edge technology stack and diverse client portfolio.
• Work-Life Balance: Engage in a supportive culture that values both professional growth and personal well-being.