RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client in need of a Backend PHP Laravel Developer in New Haven, CT.Responsibilities: * Develop RESTful and Micro services for our backend management services using the Laravel PHP framework* Design, code, and debug applications to deliver high-quality software solutions* Write well-designed, efficient, and testable code while ensuring standards compliance* Test, maintain, refactor, and optimize existing software for improved functionality* Recommend and implement improvements to enhance the performance and scalability of existing software* Integrate the backend system with various external APIs by writing appropriate classes* Troubleshoot and fix technical issues as they arise* Assist in data standardization and clean up using both manual and automated methods* Produce technical designs and documentation at different levels of detailREQUIREMENTS:* 5+ years of PHP experience, with a focus on Laravel (version 9.x+)* Technical ownership experience in managing projects or large features in complex environments* Strong background in application design and architecture (minimum 2+ years)* Proficiency in building and interacting with RESTful APIs* Knowledge of React, JavaScript, HTML, and CSS* Familiarity with database architecture and design principles* Experience with AWS and a good understanding of version control systems, preferably GitThe pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.