PHP Developer at Charbens Limited

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced PHP Developer with a strong background in the gaming industry to join our fast-growing team. You will be responsible for building, optimizing, and maintaining highly scalable backend systems that power our gaming platforms. The ideal candidate has a passion for gaming, strong problem-solving skills, and a proven track record of delivering reliable and high-performance applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain PHP-based applications for gaming platforms.
• Build robust backend APIs and integrate with front-end systems, game engines, and third-party services.
• Collaborate with designers, game developers, and product teams to implement new features.
• Optimize code and database queries for high-traffic gaming environments.
• Ensure system security, scalability, and performance at all times.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Stay up to date with gaming trends, backend frameworks, and PHP ecosystem advancements.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following industry standards.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of PHP development experience (Laravel, Symfony, or similar frameworks).
• Proven work experience in the gaming industry (e.g., online casinos, betting platforms, eSports, multiplayer systems, or similar).
• Strong understanding of MySQL/SQL, database optimization, and query performance tuning.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and real-time communication protocols.
• Knowledge of payment gateway integrations and gaming compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with Linux environments, Git version control, and deployment pipelines.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Node.js, JavaScript, or TypeScript alongside PHP.
• Knowledge of blockchain gaming, NFTs, or play-to-earn mechanics.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Previous experience with microservices architecture in gaming ecosystems.
• Understanding of game server mechanics and multiplayer synchronization.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work on innovative gaming projects that reach a global audience.
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote options.
• Career growth in a fast-moving and creative industry.
• A supportive, collaborative, and game-loving culture.