Backend Developer; Laravel PHP​/Python

What We're Looking For

At Ideaware we're looking for a solid Backend Developer (Laravel PHP / Python) to work on our core platform infrastructure and APIs. You will be working with one of our international clients who is a financial technology service that lets consumers buy products now and pay for them over time through installment plans.

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using Laravel (PHP) and Python.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and ensure scalable, reliable backend systems.
• Manage databases (MySQL / Postgre
  
  SQL) and ensure data integrity and performance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in a remote, lean, fast-moving environment.
• Communicate effectively in English in written and spoken form.

• 4+ years of backend experience.
• Strong experience with Laravel (PHP) and Python.
• RESTful API design and development.
• Database management (MySQL / Postgre
  
  SQL).
• English proficiency at B2 level or higher (able to communicate effectively in written and spoken form in professional settings).
• Fintech or regulated industry experience is a meaningful plus, not just a checkbox.
• Remote-first with occasional travel as needed.
• We operate in a lean, fast-moving environment — candidates who take ownership and work well async are a strong fit.

• Experience in fintech, BNPL, or payments infrastructure.
• AWS (EC2, RDS, Lambda, S3 — any combination).
• Dev Ops mindset — infrastructure as code, deployment pipelines, monitoring.
• Familiarity with fraud detection logic or financial data systems.
• Experience with Stripe.

• Fully remote — work from anywhere.
• Benefits — PTO and other perks depending on the client.
• Join collaborative, high-performance teams that value your input and expertise.
• Work with US-based companies building exciting, impactful products.

If you’re a Backend Developer (Laravel PHP / Python) who thrives on solving complex challenges, delivering elegant solutions, and working with talented teams around the world, we’d love to hear from you.