Mid-Level Developer

remotemidpart-time# Mid-Level DeveloperOcto DEVRemote / Denver USD 45600-45600 per yearlaravelphpapiawsdescription## Job descriptionChrome desktop can translate this description on-device without sending the text to LaraBench.We are hiring a mid-level Laravel developer for a part-time, remote 1099 contract role supporting an existing health and wellness coaching platform that is already in production. This is a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of a live application, improve functionality, and contribute to new development in a business-critical environment. We offer a competitive hourly rate based on experience, a minimum commitment of 20 hours per week, and the chance to work on meaningful technology involving automation, integrations, and AI-driven workflows.### Requirements- We need 2-4 years of practical, professional experience with Laravel and PHP.- We require strong MySQL expertise, including query tuning and database schema design.- We expect experience working with live production applications.- We require experience integrating APIs and third-party services.- We need familiarity with Git or a similar version control tool.- We look for working knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern UI frameworks.- We require experience using or connecting OpenAI, ChatGPT, Claude, or another LLM-based solution.- We need the ability to work independently and handle assigned work with minimal supervision.- We expect strong debugging, analytical, and issue-resolution skills.- We need clear communication and consistent progress updates.- We require an understanding of secure development practices.- We need someone comfortable improving an existing codebase over time.- Preferred experience includes health, wellness, coaching, pharmacy, compliance-oriented, or data-sensitive applications.- Preferred experience also includes AWS, server environments, or application deployment work.- Preferred experience with Laravel queues, jobs, notifications, or scheduled tasks is a plus.- Preferred experience building automations, dashboards, portals, or internal business tools is a plus.- Preferred experience with AI-assisted workflows, OpenAI API integrations, or LLM-powered features is a plus.### Responsibilities- We want you to serve as the primary Laravel developer for an existing application.- We need you to maintain, refine, and extend current platform functionality.- We expect you to build, test, and deploy new features and enhancements.- We want you to diagnose, debug, and resolve technical issues on your own.- We need you to optimize MySQL queries, database structure, and overall application performance.- We expect you to work with APIs and external integrations.- We want you to collaborate with other internal developers and technical teammates.- We need you to help keep the codebase clean, secure, scalable, and dependable.- We expect you to support ongoing improvements in performance, stability, and user experience.- We want you to apply strong security and compliance practices in a health-focused setting.- We need you to assist with AI and LLM-related integrations, workflows, and automations when needed. #J-18808-Ljbffr