Senior Back-end Engineer (Laravel)

Full Time

Product & Development

🚀 About you

Are you a Laravel expert who thrives on solving real challenges? At Trading Space, we’re building systems that scale and we want you to help shape them. Join us and let’s create something legendary!

💪 Your quest-line:

Improving current and implementing new features to enhance the user experience;
Integration with 3rd party tools and services (payment providers, etc.);
Creating clean, flexible and reliable code;
Continuous code quality improvement;
Performance optimization;
Monitoring and eliminating technical debt;
Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas to our products.

👨‍🚀 Your in-game skin:

5+ years experience with PHP (8.1+) and 2+ years of experience with Laravel (9.0+): console commands, jobs, horizon, writing APIs;
Understanding the architecture of modern web applications, knowledge of SOLID principles;
Experience with MySQL/MariaDB (complex queries, optimization, database design, indexes and optimizations); query profiling should be easy;
Redis (or other caching, queues and event bus), understanding of process synchronization and atomic locks;
PHPUnit: writing unit and feature tests, cover existing modules with tests;
Experience with Git, Composer, NPM;
Basic Linux server administration skills: setting up Nginx, MySQL, PHP, viewing logs to debug problems;
Strong knowledge of the PHPStorm IDE (work in other IDEs is not considered);
Experience of refactoring other developers’ code and systematic codebase improvements.

💎 Will be your boost:

You can headshot anyone in CS:GO! Joking, but we expect that you will have gaming experience (CS2, Dota2, Rust);
Experience in the development of high-load projects;
Experience with SteamAPI;
Experience with web application security practices;
Knowledge of basic algorithms and data structures;
Ability to analyze, architect, and decompose complex tasks;
Desire to build complex systems and constantly searching for better approaches;
Experience in front-end development: Vue.js, JavaScript (jQuery), knowledge of CSS (SCSS), webpack;
Knowledge of modern approaches in layout (flexes, grids, beams) and experience in adaptive layout based on Figma;
Experience with websockets;
Experience with GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipeline setup.

What's in it for you

Fully Remote Work

Grind at home or level up from a beachside café — we don’t care where you are, — as long as the mission gets done.

Agile Working Schedule

Night owl or early bird? No problem. Work the hours that suit you best — just sync with your manager and team.

Fair Compensation

We value our team, so we offer fair pay (plus sweet bonuses when you crush).

Playing with Power

Your ideas matter. Pitch them, shape the product, and help redefine the gaming industry. Be the game-changer you’ve always wanted to be.

Bye-Bye Bureaucracy

No one likes grinding through endless forms and red tape. We keep processes simple and efficient so you can focus on what matters.

Development Boost

Whether it’s courses to level up your skills or new gear to enhance your setup, we’ve got your back. Let’s grow together!

HRs That Actually Care

Our HR team is like a trusty healer: always there when you need help, ready to listen, and genuinely supportive.

Free Space for Memes

Got a funny meme? Share it! We even have a dedicated meme chat for laughs and ridiculousness. Pro tip: come prepared! : )

Team That’s Got Your Back

When something goes wrong, we don’t point fingers. We squad up, find the root of the problem, and fix it together. And if you miss a shot? We don’t blame — we help you reload and get back in the game.

What will hiring process look like

We aim to keep our hiring process straightforward and hassle-free — no need for endless steps to join the team. What you see is our standard process, but sometimes we may add one or two extra steps (if the role is crucial, we’ll want to ensure we’re the perfect fit for each other).

Recruitment interview

Technical interview

Final interview

Grab your offer! Welcome to the team!

Team manager also awaits you to join

Hey there! We’re building things that have to work fast, scale well, and stay clear under the hood – so we value engineers who think before they code, ask the right questions, and don’t settle for “just works.” If you enjoy discussing ideas, shaping solutions together, and writing code that makes sense not only today but also tomorrow, you’ll fit in well here. If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, message us – let’s talk 😎

Artur

Back-end Team Lead

Spacer's benefits for the coolest experience

20 Days of Vacation & Extra Holidays

Take a break when you need it, not just when you hit max burnout. Plus, you get random surprise holidays from our CEO! A little extra downtime, just because.

7 Days of Paid Sick Leave

Feeling under the weather? Take a sick day and rest — your health comes first, always.

Computer Equipment

No laptop? No problem! Just ask your manager, and we’ll hook you up with the tech you need in no time.

Well-being Budget

We care about your well-being. That’s why we provide a budget for sports, life insurance, or psychological therapy — because you are important here.

Cool Quality Merch

Forget the boring mugs and notebooks. We’re talking about real, high-quality gear — and you don’t have to earn it. We just hand it over because you’re part of the team!

Courses & Level-Up Budget

Ready to level up your skills? Whether it’s courses, certifications, or conferences, we’ll cover 50% of the cost to help you grow.

Tax Coverage & Accounting Support

We’ve got your back when it comes to tax and accounting support for individual entrepreneurs.

Bonuses for Recommendations

We love referrals! Bring an awesome friend into the squad, and if they’re a good fit, you’ll score a sweet bonus.

Bonuses for Personal Celebrations

Birthday, wedding, or the arrival of your little one? We’ve got a special bonus for those major life milestones.

English Learning Compensation

Want to upgrade your English skills? We support that! Just let HR know, and we’ll provide a budget to help you improve.

Spacers reviews on working in TS

I’ve been working at Trading Space as a Tech Product Manager, and honestly, it doesn’t feel like “just a job.” What I love most is that it’s not a company obsessed with processes, but a company that truly cares about people. The communication is amazing, the team is full of real experts, and everyone is so supportive and kind — total sweethearts!

Trading Space is a rare find where they understand that happy developers create better products. Here, they care about technological growth and personal comfort. You feel like a true professional. All of this creates an atmosphere of mutual respect and motivates you to do your best.

I’ve been working at the company — with some short breaks — since its very beginning. Over the years, I’ve witnessed incredible growth: the team has expanded, new products have been launched, and everyone has grown both professionally and personally. Most importantly, we’ve managed to preserve the warm and friendly atmosphere within the team.

There are companies where you just work, and there are companies where you live. And it's not hard work, not “oh God, it's Monday again,” but enjoyment, a cool atmosphere, and a team that's great to be with. I'm glad I 'm here!

I have been working at Trading Space for over 2 years, and looking back, I don’t regret a single minute spent in the company. At first, I was simply happy about the fully remote format, but I quickly realized that the company has an incredible number of advantages — from a friendly and supportive team, teambuilding events, courses, and lectures to constant bonuses for your contribution and sometimes just for being part of it. If you want to work, grow personally and professionally, and be part of something bigger than just a company for work experience, this is the perfect place.