Senior Full Stack Developer

OverviewWe're looking for a senior, hands-on Full Stack Developer with strong PHP backend experience and solid modern frontend skills.This person will work on an existing production application spanning PHP, PostgreSQL, TypeScript, Alpine.js, SCSS, and external API integrations. You should be comfortable working across the entire request lifecycle—from browser interactions and server-rendered templates through controllers, services, database models, and third-party APIs.This is not a role for someone who only builds APIs or only works in React. We need an experienced developer who can understand an existing application, diagnose problems across the stack, make sound technical decisions, and ship production features independently.You'll work on business-critical applications that support guided workflows, capture and process data, and integrate with external systems and services.Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.What You'll DoBuild and maintain functionality in an existing PHP applicationDevelop new backend functionality using modern PHP and established application patternsDebug and resolve production issues across the frontend, backend, database, and external integrationsDevelop and maintain controllers, services, models, console commands, and API integrationsWork extensively with PostgreSQL, including queries, schema changes, data relationships, and troubleshootingBuild and improve user-facing workflows using TypeScript, Alpine.js, SCSS, and server-rendered templatesTranslate Figma designs and product requirements into clean, responsive interfacesDevelop reusable frontend components and interaction patternsIntegrate with REST APIs and external servicesWork with authentication and authorization flows, including Azure Entra ID / SSOUnderstand existing architecture before introducing new frameworks or abstractionsMake pragmatic technical decisions that favor maintainability and simplicityCollaborate directly with product, engineering, and business stakeholdersParticipate in architecture and product discussions, not just ticket implementationTake features from requirements through production deploymentCore RequirementsPHP / Backend — Primary FocusStrong professional experience with modern PHPExperience building and maintaining production PHP applicationsStrong understanding of object-oriented PHP and modern coding practicesExperience with a structured PHP framework or application architectureSymfony experience is highly desirableLaravel experience is also highly relevantExperience working with MVC-style controllers, services, models, middleware, and routingStrong understanding of REST APIs and external system integrationsAbility to diagnose and debug unfamiliar backend code independentlyComfortable working in an existing codebase rather than requiring a greenfield rewriteExperience with the following is particularly relevant:PHP 8.xSymfony componentsLaravel / Illuminate componentsEloquent ORMComposerStrict typing and typed PHPServer-side templating such as Latte, Twig, or BladeDatabaseStrong SQL skillsProfessional experience with PostgreSQL or a comparable relational databaseAbility to:Write and troubleshoot queriesUnderstand schemas and relationshipsWork with migrationsDiagnose permissions and data issuesUnderstand transactional application workflowsExperience using an ORM such as Eloquent, Doctrine, or similarFrontendStrong working experience with:JavaScript and TypeScriptHTML5CSS3 / SCSSResponsive designModern layout techniques including Flexbox and GridReusable UI/component patternsAPI-driven user interfacesExperience with lightweight JavaScript frameworks is particularly valuable:Alpine.jsStimulusHTMXSimilar server-rendered / progressively enhanced architecturesReact or Vue experience is useful, but the application does not require a React or Vue architecture.You should be comfortable working effectively within the existing frontend architecture rather than assuming the frontend needs to be rewritten into another framework.Design & UXAbility to translate Figma designs into polished production interfacesStrong UI/UX instincts around spacing, typography, forms, navigation, validation, loading states, error handling, and user workflowUnderstanding of responsive design and cross-browser compatibilityAbility to bridge the gap between product/design requirements and implementationExperience with accessibility best practices is a plusCurrent Technology StackBackendPHP 8.4+Symfony HttpFoundationIlluminate Database / Eloquent 11.xPostgreSQLLatte 3.x templatingComposerPrivate shared PHP framework librariesFrontendTypeScript 5.x in strict modeAlpine.js 3.xSCSS / Dart SassRollup 4.xHTML rendered primarily through server-side templatesIntegrationsREST APIsAzure Entra ID / SSOExternal business-system APIsDecision and rules-engine servicesAI/document-processing servicesNo need for prior experience with every technology listed above, but you should have enough experience with comparable technologies to become productive in this environment quickly.Nice-to-HaveSymfony experienceLaravel experienceAlpine.js experienceLatte, Twig, or Blade templating experienceInsurance or financial-services application experienceAzure experienceAzure Entra ID / OAuth / OIDC experienceFigma experienceAccessibility experienceFrontend performance optimizationRollup, Vite, Webpack, or similar build toolingDockerCI/CD pipelinesGitHub ActionsCloud deployment experienceExperience integrating AI/LLM servicesExperience working with document-processing workflowsHow You WorkYou can work effectively in an unfamiliar production application without constant directionYou are comfortable debugging a problem wherever it leads—browser, PHP, SQL, API, configuration, or infrastructureYou prefer understanding existing architecture before replacing itYou make pragmatic engineering decisions rather than introducing complexity for its own sakeYou care about maintainable code and clear separation of concernsYou communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical teammatesYou are comfortable operating independentlyYou think in systems and user workflows, not just individual ticketsYou are willing to work across the stack when the product needs itYou value shipping reliable, useful software over chasing the newest frameworkWhat Success Looks LikeYou can independently diagnose and modify the existing PHP applicationNew features move smoothly from database and backend logic through the user interfaceProduction issues are diagnosed and resolved quicklyExternal API integrations remain reliable and understandableThe frontend continues to become faster, cleaner, and more intuitiveExisting architectural boundaries remain clear and maintainableFeatures ship without unnecessary rewrites or framework churnCompensation & PerksCompetitive salary + performance incentivesFlexible work environmentOpportunity to influence architecture and product directionOpportunity to work directly with engineering and business leadershipAtegrity Specialty Insurance Company is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. xhyhwjd We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.