Backend Developer (PHP Laravel)

Who We Are

Dotty is a multinational digital production agency specialising in end-to-end digital creation. We work across a diverse range of industries, from finance to consumer products and services. We love what we do and take pride in what we create for our clients. We're looking for self-motivated professionals who want to grow, develop their skills, and take on new challenges. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build their career in a fast-paced digital environment while working with talented teams and international clients. What We Are Looking ForWe are looking for a Back-End Developer with at least 3 yrs of experience in back-end development, with a strong foundation in PHP and Laravel. The ideal candidate is eager to learn, detail-oriented, and passionate about building reliable and maintainable web applications. You’ll work closely with project managers, front-end developers, designers, and QA teams to develop, maintain, and improve digital projects for our clients. The Bare Essentials

• Bachelor's / College Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• At least 3 yrs of experience in back-end development
• Practical experience with PHP and Laravel
• Good knowledge of MySQL and database concepts
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor, Claude, GitHub Copilot, or similar platforms is an advantage
• Basic understanding of APIs, integrations, and back-end application workflows
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and reusable code
• Willingness to follow established coding standards and development procedures
• Basic troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Good time management and organizational skills
• Willingness to learn and continuously improve technical skills
• Able to collaborate effectively with developers, QA, project managers, and other team members
• Comfortable working with remote teams and international clients

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain back-end features using PHP and Laravel
• Build and maintain APIs and back-end integrations as required
• Work with MySQL databases and perform basic database management and troubleshooting
• Collaborate with front-end developers, QA, and project managers to deliver project requirements
• Troubleshoot bugs and resolve technical issues
• Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards
• Assist in maintaining and improving existing applications and systems
• Support WordPress, Moodle, or other CMS-related development tasks when required
• Use AI-assisted development tools responsibly to improve coding, debugging, documentation, and productivity
• Continuously learn and improve development practices and technical skills

X Factors

• Experience working in a digital agency or advertising environment
• Experience working with Australian or multinational clients
• Experience with modern development workflows and version control such as Git
• Experience working in an Agile or collaborative development environment
• Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools
• Strong command of the English language
• Industry awards, certifications, or notable project contributions

What’s In It For You

• Opportunity to work with an established multinational digital production agency
• Exposure to international brands and clients
• Competitive compensation package based on experience
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development
• Hands-on experience working with modern development tools and technologies