Senior Backend Developer - Tech Lead

About Adam

Adam is an innovative health tech startup addressing men's health challenges in the Saudi Arabian market. We're building a comprehensive digital health platform that connects patients with licensed doctors through secure, compliant technology solutions. Role Overview

We're seeking a versatile

Senior Backend Developer

who thrives in early-stage startup environments and can wear multiple technical hats. You'll be responsible for implementing and building the entire backend infrastructure that powers our patient mobile app, doctor web interface, and admin management system. You will be reporting directly to our CTO and collaborating with a cross functional team. This is a key technical role where you\'ll have a significant impact on our product development while working closely with the founding team. Reporting to : CTO Team : Product Designer, Frontend Developer, Mobile Developer Key Responsibilities

Backend Development (Primary Focus) API Development : Design and build RESTful APIs serving our mobile app and web interfaces Database Architecture : Design and implement scalable database schemas for user data, medical records, consultations, and treatment plans Authentication & Security : Implement secure authentication systems, role-based access control, and medical data encryption Integration Management : Build integrations with video consultation platforms (Twilio / similar), pharmacy systems, and notification services Real-time Features : Develop chat systems, appointment scheduling, and real-time consultation features DevOps & Infrastructure (Secondary Focus) Cloud Infrastructure : Set up and manage cloud infrastructure (AWS / GCP / Azure) with focus on healthcare compliance CI / CD Pipelines : Establish automated deployment pipelines for rapid, reliable releases Monitoring & Logging : Implement comprehensive monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Security & Compliance : Ensure GDPR compliance and healthcare data protection standards Performance Optimization : Monitor and optimize system performance and scalability Technical Leadership & Collaboration Solution Implementation : Design the architecture and implement technical solutions Code Quality : Implement coding standards, participate in review processes, and maintain technical documentation Scalability Implementation : Build systems that can scale from hundreds to thousands of users Technical Debt Management : Balance rapid development with maintainable code Skills

️ Technical Requirements Must-Have Skills PHP / Laravel : 7+ years of PHP development with strong Laravel framework experience (Laravel 8+) Database Expertise : Strong experience with MySQL / PostgreSQL, Eloquent ORM, and database design API Development : Proven experience building RESTful APIs with Laravel API Resources and Sanctum authentication Cloud Platforms : Hands-on experience with AWS, GCP, or Azure (AWS preferred) and PHP deployment DevOps Tools : Experience with Docker, CI / CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), and server management Security : Understanding of Laravel security features, authentication, authorization, encryption, and healthcare data protection Version Control : Proficiency with Git and collaborative development workflows Highly Preferred

Healthcare Tech : Previous experience with healthcare applications or HIPAA / GDPR compliance Real-time Systems : Experience with Laravel WebSockets, Pusher, or integrating Node.js services for real-time features Laravel Ecosystem : Experience with Laravel packages (Horizon, Telescope, Sanctum, Cashier) and Composer Monitoring Tools : Experience with APM tools (New Relic, DataDog) and Laravel-specific monitoring (Bugsnag, Sentry) Caching & Queues : Experience with Redis, Laravel Queue system, and job processing Mobile Backend : Experience building Laravel APIs specifically for mobile applications Bonus Skills

Arabic Language : Ability to work with Arabic text, UTF-8 encoding, and RTL interfaces in Laravel Startup Experience : Previous experience in early-stage startups or small technical teams Infrastructure as Code : Experience with Terraform, Ansible, or Laravel Forge for deployment Microservices : Experience with Laravel microservices or integrating with Node.js services Payment Systems : Experience with Laravel Cashier, Stripe, or regional payment gateways Laravel Nova / Filament

Laravel Nova / Filament : Experience with admin panel solutions for healthcare data management

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