Software Developer

Job Title: Laravel Developer

Research Areas: Backend Development, Web Application Development, API Development

Location: Kannur, Kerala (On-site)

Experience (in years): 1

Nature of work: Full-time, on-site. You’ll be working on backend development, handling integrations, and building scalable web applications along with the team.

About Urbanhub Innovations:

Urbanhub Innovations is a dynamic digital solutions company based in Kannur, focused on building innovative and scalable web and mobile applications for modern businesses. With expertise in technologies such as Flutter, React, Next.js, and the MERN stack, the company delivers user-centric products that combine functionality, performance, and seamless user experience. Urbanhub works closely with clients to transform ideas into impactful digital solutions that meet real-world needs.At Urbanhub Innovations, we believe that technology is driven by people. The organization promotes a collaborative and supportive work culture where creativity, learning, and innovation are encouraged at every level. Team members are given the opportunity to work on real-time projects, gain hands-on experience, and continuously enhance their skills in a fast-evolving digital environment.

We are committed to creating a positive and growth-oriented workplace where employees feel valued, empowered, and motivated to contribute their best.

Position Overview:

We’re looking for a Laravel Developer who can handle backend development and integrations confidently. You should have at least 1 year of hands-on experience and be comfortable working with databases, APIs, and third-party services like payment gateways (web-based).

Role and Responsibilities:

1. Backend Development:

• Build and maintain web applications using Laravel

• Write clean, structured, and maintainable code

• Ensure performance, security, and stability of applications

2. Database Handling:

• Work with SQL databases (MySQL preferred and required)

• Design, manage, and optimize database structures

• Work with NoSQL databases when required

3. Third-Party Integrations:

• Integrate third-party services such as payment gateways (web-based only)

• Work with external APIs and services

• Handle secure data exchange between systems

4. Team Collaboration:

• Work with frontend developers and designers

• Understand requirements and implement backend solutions

• Debug, test, and improve application performance

• Keep up with Laravel updates and backend best practices

Essential Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year of hands-on experience in Laravel

• Strong experience working with SQL databases (MySQL required)

• Experience working with NoSQL databases

• Experience with third-party integrations, especially payment integrations

• Good understanding of APIs and backend workflows

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Ability to work well in a team

Plus Points (Good to Have):

• Experience with advanced payment flows (subscriptions, webhooks, etc.)

• Familiarity with Redis, caching, or queues

• Knowledge of API authentication (JWT, OAuth)

• Experience with deployment or server handling

Skills Required :

• Previous Working Experience As A PHP / Laravel Developer For 1-4 Years.
• In-Depth Knowledge Of Object-Oriented PHP And Laravel 5 PHP Framework.
• Hands-On Experience With SQL Schema Design, SOLID Principles, REST API Design, Etc. MySQL Profiling And Query Optimization. Excellent Troubleshooting Skills.
• Good Project Management Skills. Creative And Efficient Problem Solver.

Roles & Responsibilities :

• Build Innovative, State-Of-The-Art Applications And Collaborate With The User Experience (UX) Team. Ensure HTML, CSS, And Shared JavaScript Is Valid And Consistent Across Applications.
• Prepare And Maintain All Applications Utilizing Standard Development Tools.
• Utilize Backend Data Services And Contribute To Increasing Existing Data Services API.
• Coordinate With Co-Developers And Keeps Project Manager Well Informed Of The Status Of Development Effort And Serves As A Liaison Between Development Staff And Project Manager.
• Keep Abreast Of New Trends And Best Practices In Web Development.

• Good knowledge of SQL and related databases, with a preference for those with MySQL experience.
• Excellent knowledge of the basic PHP 7 or web server exploits along with their solutions.
• Experience building or maintaining a CMS.
• Knowledge of MVC frameworks.
• A detailed understanding of database design and administration.
• Proficiency when it comes to code versioning tools.
• The ability to integrate a variety of data sources and databases into a single system.
• Proficiency when it comes to code versioning tools.
• Work closely with the IT team in completing projects.
• Troubleshoot and fix any issues relating to PHP programs.
• Ensure smooth operations of web processes and infrastructure.
• Create scripts to facilitate client systems to meet performance and objectives.
• Test and develop software for client applications.
• Create documentation for software created.
• Utilize source debuggers and write or modify client software.
• Produce results effectively and within the deadlines set.

Responsibilities

• Perform a mix of maintenance, enhancements, and new development as required
• Work in a data analyst role and with business intelligence applications
• Document features, technical specifications & infrastructure Responsibilities
• Work cross-functionally to convert business needs into technical specifications

Qualifications

• 3+ years' of experience in web development and software design.
• Proven experience as a PHP developer in a competitive environment.
• Strong knowledge of PHP coding and web-based applications.
• Good understanding of website integration and software creation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to follow clear instructions according to client demands.
• Expertise in front-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS), PHP frameworks, and MySQL databases.

Job description

Do you want to work with high traffic OLTP and OLAP systems that provide real value to retailers? Want to build real web applications that work across multiple channels and devices? In this critical role, the right candidate should have an entrepreneurial mind-set, have experience working across an application stack and a strong background in developing complex web experiences that are rich, responsive and interactive. The individual should have exhibited good technical leadership skills and be a highly motivated individual.

Role & Responsibility

• Exhibit strong technical knowledge, leadership skills and independent execution.
• A keen eye for good experiences. Understanding the experience from a customer perspective.
• Drive design discussion of complex features and own development of these modules across the application stack.
• Ability to adapt to changing business and product needs.
• Experience evolving the design and operation scale as new features are added to the product
• Mentor junior developers and ensure quality code output (via code reads, reading references, etc.) from them.
• Co-ordinate with internal teams and external partners in ensuring we build the best solution on time for the customer. Constantly looking at ways to innovate and improve the product.
• 8+ years of experience in Java & J2EE based Web Technologies & Frameworks with a focus in either Service Oriented Architecture or APIs. 
• Experience in designing scalable solutions in a large-scale distributed environment.
• Strong knowledge of web technologies, common web frameworks, networking, SQL and database technologies
• Well versed in software engineering principles, frameworks and technologies
• Strong debugging / troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to propose and defend solutions.
• Ability to work closely with product management, customer support, and  other engineering teams to continuously evolve and innovate the enterprise-class Products.