Job#: 3013930 Job Description: About the RoleWe're a fast-moving startup building a best-in-class trading platform. We need a hands-on backend developer to help manage functionality, implement enhancements, and occasionally make minor front-end adjustments. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, loves solving problems, and can turn ideas into reality.
You'll work closely with leadership to create and deploy new features, manage broker accounts, integrate APIs, and build engaging challenges for traders-think competitions, leaderboards, and giveaways. If you're a mover, shaker, and innovator who can think two steps ahead, we want you on our team.
Key Responsibilities- Maintain and enhance backend functionality for a high-performance trading platform.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to turn ideas into deployable features.
- Manage broker accounts and integrate APIs.
- Build new user engagement features (competitions, leaderboards, giveaways).
- Make minor front-end adjustments as needed.
- Ensure scalability and reliability in a fast-paced startup environment.
Top SkillsStrong knowledge of SQL, PHP, and GIT (must-have)PHP expertise (heavy backend work)JavaScript (for occasional front-end tweaks)Ability to take an idea and build it-startup mentality and problem-solving mindset.Bonus: Familiarity with Discord (our community hub).
Technical Requirements- 3+ years of experience with LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP).
- Strong database administration skills (MySQL/SQL).
- Experience with web APIs.
- Solid understanding of HTML/CSS/JavaScript.
- Proficiency with GIT.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field preferred.
Ideal Candidate- Thrives in a startup environment.
- Loves building new things and solving complex problems.
- Open to feedback and passionate about continuous improvement.
- Ready to lead the industry and leave copycats behind.
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Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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