Backend Developer (PHP Laravel)

Who We Are Dotty is a multinational digital production agency specialising in end-to-end digital creation. We work across a diverse range of industries, from finance to consumer products and services. We love what we do and take pride in what we create for our clients. We're looking for self-motivated professionals who want to grow, develop their skills, and take on new challenges. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in a fast-paced digital environment while working with talented teams and international clients. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a Back-End Developer with at least 3 yrs of experience in back-end development , with a strong foundation in PHP and Laravel . The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and passionate about building reliable and maintainable web applications. You’ll work closely with project managers, front-end developers, designers, and QA teams to develop, maintain, and improve digital projects for our clients. The Bare Essentials Bachelor's / College Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field At least 3 yrs of experience in back-end development Practical experience with PHP and Laravel Good knowledge of MySQL and database concepts Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms is an advantage Basic understanding of APIs, integrations, and back-end application workflows Ability to write clean, maintainable, and reusable code Willingness to follow established coding standards and development procedures Basic troubleshooting and debugging skills Good time management and organizational skills Willingness to learn and continuously improve technical skills Able to collaborate effectively with developers, QA, project managers, and other team members Comfortable working with remote teams and international clients Responsibilities Develop and maintain back-end features using PHP and Laravel Build and maintain APIs and back-end integrations as required Work with MySQL databases and perform basic database management and troubleshooting Collaborate with front-end developers, QA, and project managers to deliver project requirements Troubleshoot bugs and resolve technical issues Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards Assist in maintaining and improving existing applications and systems Support WordPress, Moodle, or other CMS-related development tasks when required Use AI-assisted development tools responsibly to improve coding, debugging, documentation, and productivity Continuously learn and improve development practices and technical skills X Factors Experience working in a digital agency or advertising environment Experience working with Australian or multinational clients Experience with modern development workflows and version control such as Git Experience working in an Agile or collaborative development environment Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools Strong command of the English language Industry awards, certifications, or notable project contributions What’s In It For You Opportunity to work with an established multinational digital production agency Exposure to international brands and clients Competitive compensation package based on experience Opportunities for continuous learning and career development Hands-on experience working with modern development tools and technologies