PHP Developer (AWS needed - Hybrid in Orlando, FL OR Austin, TX) at Latitude Inc – Orlando, Florida

PHP Developer (AWS needed - Hybrid in Orlando, FL OR Austin, TX)

We are seeking a skilled PHP Developer with AWS experience for a Contract-to-Hire opportunity in Orlando, FL or Austin, TX. This is a HYBRID role that offers flexibility while requiring regular onsite collaboration at the respective local office.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience building and maintaining scalable web applications, working within cloud-based environments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team with the potential to transition into a full-time role.
#LATQualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in back-end development with PHP (Symfony preferred).
• Strong understanding of microservice architecture and API-first design principles.
• Proven experience deploying and managing applications on AWS (ECS, EKS, Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, CloudWatch, etc.).
• Proficiency with Docker and Kubernetes (EKS or equivalent) for containerized deployments.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, or AWS CodePipeline).
• Experience using Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
• Strong understanding of third-party API integration patterns, rate limiting, and error handling best practices.

During the initial contract period, the W2 pay range is $48 - 55 per hour.
$100,000 - $110,000 a year