PHP Developer

Who We Are
EarthCam is a global leader in webcam technology that gives construction teams real-time visibility into their jobsites—anytime, anywhere. Our solutions support project monitoring, documentation, promotion, and jobsite security across construction projects worldwide.

Our platform delivers live video, time-lapse recordings, progress tracking, and site security, powered by smart AI tools that turn visual data into useful insights for better decision‑making. Since creating the first construction webcam in 1996, EarthCam has been trusted on major projects like One World Trade Center, SoFi Stadium, and the Panama Canal Expansion, and integrates with tools such as Procore, Autodesk, and Bentley.

We’re a collaborative, hands‑on team that builds our technology in‑house and works closely across departments to solve real problems for real users.

Job Description
EarthCam is seeking a motivated and curious Junior Backend Developer to join our in‑house development team. This role focuses on building and maintaining backend services and APIs that power our web applications—primarily using PHP (Laravel)—and supporting reliable data flows between systems.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys problem‑solving, and takes pride in writing clean, maintainable code while collaborating closely with engineers, product, and UX teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain backend features using

PHP (Laravel)

to support product and business needs

Build and support

RESTful APIs

used by internal tools and customer‑facing applications

Work with databases (primarily

MySQL ) to design schemas, write queries, and improve performance

Implement validation, authentication/authorization, and secure data handling best practices

Write clean, testable code; assist with debugging, bug fixes, and production support

Collaborate with front‑end developers to integrate APIs and ensure smooth end‑to‑end functionality

Participate in code reviews and follow established development standards and processes

Document backend endpoints, workflows, and technical decisions as needed

Stay current with backend development best practices and Laravel/PHP improvements

Who You Are

Growth‑minded with a desire to continuously expand backend and system design knowledge

Comfortable working in a team environment and asking great questions

Passionate, creative, and efficient problem solver

Detail‑oriented with a strong focus on reliability, security, and maintainability

Able to communicate progress, blockers, and solutions clearly

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Hands‑on experience with PHP and Laravel

(coursework, projects, internships, or professional)

Understanding of backend fundamentals: APIs, MVC patterns, authentication, data modeling

Experience with relational databases such as

MySQL

(queries, indexing basics a plus)

Familiarity with Git; Jira/Confluence experience is a plus

Basic understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript is helpful for collaborating across the stack

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Takes pride in producing high‑quality, maintainable work

What We Offer
At EarthCam, we believe great work starts with feeling supported, valued, and inspired. We offer a competitive compensation package and a people‑first environment where innovation, growth, and collaboration thrive.

Our benefits include:

Salary starting at $55,000 annually

100% company‑paid health insurance (single coverage)

Dental and Vision insurance

401(k) plan with generous company matching

Paid time off plus paid holidays

Complimentary breakfasts, lunches, and snacks

Team events, BBQs, and our annual company Olympics

We’re proud to foster an energetic, entrepreneurial workplace where your ideas matter and your career can grow.

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