Middle PHP (Laravel) Engineer

N-iX is a global software development service company that helps businesses across the globe create next-generation software products. Founded in 2002, we unite 2,400+ tech-savvy professionals across 40+ countries, working on impactful projects for industry leaders and Fortune 500 companies. Our expertise spans cloud, data, AI/ML, embedded software, IoT, and more, driving digital transformation across finance, manufacturing, telecom, healthcare, and other industries. Join N-iX and become part of a team where your ideas make a real impact.About client:Our client is an award-winning global tax services and software provider, is the largest Firm in the world dedicated exclusively to business taxes. The Firm provides an integrated suite of federal, state, local, and international tax services on a multijurisdictional basis, including tax recovery, consulting, advocacy, compliance, and technology services.About the project:A VAT recovery system for the customer's clients in European countries that would help to automate the regular work of VAT specialists at the company. The client team is located in Braga, Portugal.Responsibilities:• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code• Contribute to the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications• Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to mitigate and address these issues• Help maintain code quality, organization, and automationRequirements:Minimum 3 years of commercial experience as a PHP/Laravel developerExperience working in the finance domain (or at least education in finance) would be an advantageAt least upper-intermediate English levelSolid knowledge and experience with PHP and the Laravel frameworkConfident knowledge of Object-Oriented Design principlesExperience with LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)Experience working with YAML and XML documents and filesExperience working with 3rd party APIs and web servicesSkilled in using Git or another version control systemGood theoretical understanding of software developmentExperience working in an Agile (preferably SCRUM) environmentStrong communication skillsTeam player, responsible, and hardworkingWill be a plus:Good understanding of JavaScript (ES6, TypeScript), HTML and CSSExperience working in the finance domain (or at least education in finance) We offer:Flexible working format - remote, office-based or flexibleA competitive salary and good compensation packagePersonalized career growthProfessional development tools (mentorship program, tech talks and trainings, centers of excellence, and more)Active tech communities with regular knowledge sharingEducation reimbursementMemorable anniversary presentsCorporate events and team buildingsOther location-specific benefits