POSTED Sep 2

Backend Engineer (Spring 2025) at Solar Insure

  • Programming
  • Fulltime
  • Anywhere (100% Remote) Only
Job Description

About Solar Insure

We are one of Southern California's fastest-growing and dynamic solar energy and insuretech startups. Located in Newport Beach, Solar Insure is using the innovation that made us the world leader in solar warranty and monitoring technology to accelerate the adoption of solar energy.

Our monitoring technology and industry best warranty is profoundly changing the way solar systems function, and as a result, changing the solar industry itself.As we continue our exciting growth, we are building teams with highly talented individual contributors and leaders who design, develop, and service next-generation energy technologies.

Our work environment is fast-paced, fun, and full of exciting new projects.

*Please note we do not require recruitment assistance from external agencies, thank you. *

Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled Backend Engineer with Laravel expertise to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of API development concepts, experience in building secure and efficient APIs, and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.

As a Backend Engineer - Laravel, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain APIs that enable seamless integration with our software products.

This remote role is a full-time, long-term contractor position that is open to international applicants (no visa sponsorship available).

Application Deadline: December 30, 2024.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop robust and scalable APIs using PHP to enable integration with our software products.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to gather requirements and translate them into functional API specifications.
  • Ensure the performance, security, and scalability of APIs by implementing best practices and industry standards.
  • Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms, such as API keys, OAuth, and JWT, to secure APIs and protect sensitive data.
  • Integrate APIs with external systems, databases, and third-party services to facilitate data exchange and enhance functionality.
  • Perform thorough testing and debugging of APIs to identify and resolve any issues or performance bottlenecks.
  • Document API specifications, including endpoints, request/response formats, authentication methods, and error handling, to facilitate integration for external developers.
  • Collaborate with the QA team to ensure proper testing and quality assurance of APIs.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in API development and make recommendations for process improvements.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong proficiency in PHP and experience in API development using the Laravel framework
  • Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot and debug complex API issues.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Requirements

  • Ability to read, write and fluently speak and understand the English language.
  • Reliable and consistent internet access of at least 20 mbps.
  • Demonstrated work experience with the Laravel framework. 

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