Senior PHP Laravel Developer

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior PHP Laravel Developer specializing in backend API development to
build and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications for Life Insurance
sales, agent management, and lead generation. The ideal candidate will have experience working
with RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend system integrations to optimize data flow
between sales, marketing, and insurance providers.

Key Responsibilities

• Backend API Development & Optimization: Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using PHP Laravel to support Life Insurance sales and agent management. Ensuring APIs are scalable, secure, and optimized for high traffic and low latency. Additionally, developing and optimizing microservices architecture for modular and scalable API design.
• Third-Party API & System Integrations: Integrate with Life Insurance provider APIs, underwriting services, and claims processing systems. Implement CRM integrations for seamless agent and customer data management. Connect with payment gateways for secure policy payments and commissions processing. Develop middleware for data synchronization across multiple platforms.
• Database & Data Management: Design and optimize relational databases MSSQL for agent data, policyholder data, sales tracking, and more. Implement caching strategies to improve API performance. Ensure compliance with TCPA regulations for consent management. Data privacy and protection.
• Security & Compliance: Implement OAuth2, JWT, and API key-based authentication for secure API access. Develop role-based access control (RBAC) for different user types (agents, admins, & customers). Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability testing, and risk assessments. Enforce encryption standards for sensitive insurance data.
• Performance & DevOps Optimization: Utilize Docker and Kubernetes for containerized deployments and scalability. Implement CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring. Optimize backend performance with load balancing, caching strategies, and database indexing. Use logging & monitoring tools (ELK Stack, Grafana, Prometheus) to track API health and system performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development with PHP Laravel.
• Strong expertise in RESTful API development, API versioning, and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in API security best practices, including OAuth2, JWT, and role-based access
  control.
• Experience with third-party integrations (insurance APIs, CRM, payment gateways, underwriting
  platforms).
• Strong knowledge of SQL databases (MSSQL Server) and caching systems (Redis).
• Experience in Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines for automated deployments.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) for API hosting and scaling.
• Understanding of unit testing, automated testing, and API monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills in complex backend systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with C# and .NET web development frameworks, enabling integration with cross-platform systems and support for scalable enterprise applications.
• Candidates with XBSL experience preferred.
• Knowledge of AI/ML integration for predictive analytics in insurance sales.
• Familiarity with message queues (Kafka) for event-driven architectures.
• Prior experience in Life Insurance or Financial Services backend systems.

Company Summary

Quility is a modern Insurtech company transforming how life insurance and financial wellness solutions are designed, delivered, and experienced. By blending advanced technology, data-driven insights, and a human-first approach, we empower agents and partners to offer streamlined, fully digital insurance experiences at scale. With thousands of independent agents nationwide and a growing suite of proprietary platforms and products, we are redefining the future of insurance distribution. Our corporate team drives innovation across every touchpoint, enabling families across America to access the protection and peace of mind they deserve. At Quility, we're not just keeping up with industry change, we're leading it.

Supervisory Responsibility

This role does not have direct supervisory responsibilities, but may lead cross-functional initiatives or project teams.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

None required for this position.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.