We are seeking a highly skilled Senior C++/PHP Backend Engineer who can develop and maintain robust backend services, optimize performance, and ensure seamless integration with front-end and third-party services. You will be working in a Mac-based environment, where advanced debugging and performance tuning of C++ code will be critical. You’ll also collaborate with the front-end team, integrating Node.js frameworks and ensuring smooth data flow across the stack. Responsibilities Design & Development: Build, maintain, and optimize backend services in C++ and PHP for maximum speed and scalability. Debugging & Optimization: Utilize Mac-based development/debugging tools to troubleshoot and resolve complex C++ application issues. Node.js Integration: Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate Node.js frameworks, ensuring smooth communication between the backend and front-end layers. Database Management: Work with SQL databases (SQLite, MySQL) to design schemas, optimize queries, and maintain data integrity. Version Control: Use Git for source control and manage code reviews, branching, and releases. Collaboration: Participate in team stand-ups, provide constructive feedback, and communicate technical concepts effectively. Security & Best Practices: Follow industry best practices for security, testing, and deployment. Requirements Expert-Level C++: Proven track record of developing and debugging C++ applications on Mac (e.g., Xcode, CLion, or other Mac-friendly IDEs). Custom framework development is a plus. Solid PHP Experience: Demonstrable proficiency with PHP for backend development and maintenance. Node.js: Comfortable integrating Node.js in a full-stack environment, collaborating with front-end frameworks, and debugging end-to-end data flow. Database Skills: Proficient with SQLite, MySQL (or similar) for schema design, query optimization, and transactions. Git Proficiency: Strong understanding of version control processes, including pull requests, branching strategies, and code reviews. Communication & Teamwork: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to work effectively in a collaborative, agile environment. Mac Environment: Familiarity with Mac hardware and software tools for development, testing, and troubleshooting. Nice-to-Have DevOps: Basic knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or cloud services (AWS, GCP, Azure). Front-End Frameworks: Experience with modern JavaScript front-end technologies (React, Vue, Angular) is a bonus. Testing & QA: Experience writing unit and integration tests, plus familiarity with automated testing tools. Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year Compensation Package: 1099 contract Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Work Location: Remote