PHP Developer
Micro1 • Remote • Posted 61 days ago
Education
Any
Type
Pay Rate
$85/task
Posted
61d ago
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About this Role
Job Summary
Join our customer's team as a skilled PHP Developer, contributing your back-end expertise to an innovative AI agent project. You’ll play a pivotal role training AI models by leveraging your deep understanding of PHP and Laravel in a distributed, cutting-edge environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain robust PHP applications using Laravel. Collaborate closely with AI model trainers to structure data and workflows for AI training processes. Contribute to the architecture and implementation of scalable, high-performance back-end systems. Analyze requirements and translate them into efficient, reliable code solutions. Participate in code reviews, ensuring adherence to best practices and high-quality standards. Communicate effectively across written and verbal channels within a remote, collaborative team. Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex back-end issues during AI model training cycles.
Required Skills and Qualifications
3+ of experience with PHP and the Laravel framework. (Open to other backend technology) Proven ability to develop, test, and deploy production-grade applications. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, especially in a remote work setup. Strong grasp of software engineering best practices, including version control, testing, and documentation. Experience with back-end or full-stack development outside of traditional React/Node.js frameworks. Self-motivated and capable of working autonomously while contributing to team objectives. Demonstrated experience working on data-driven or AI-related projects is a strong plus.
Preferred Qualifications
Background in training or fine-tuning AI/ML models. Previous experience with distributed systems or cloud environments. Familiarity with advanced PHP tooling or Laravel ecosystem extensions.
Requirements
- Must be eligible to work in Remote
- Fluent proficiency in English (Written & Verbal)
- Reliable high-speed internet connection
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Demonstrated expertise in Software Engineering
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust PHP applications using Laravel.
- Collaborate closely with AI model trainers to structure data and workflows for AI training processes.
- Contribute to the architecture and implementation of scalable, high-performance back-end systems.
- Analyze requirements and translate them into efficient, reliable code solutions.
Compensation Analysis
Work from anywhere, at any time. This fully remote position ($85/hr) breaks down geographic barriers, allowing you to earn US-competitive rates regardless of your local market. It is a perfect stepping stone for building a career in the data labeling and AI training ecosystem.
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Global Access. Micro1 is more open to international applicants (outside the US/UK) than DataAnnotation or Outlier.
What is the catch?
Privacy. Micro1 projects often require you to install time-tracking software that takes screenshots of your desktop while you work to ensure you are actually working. If you are uncomfortable with monitoring software, this might not be for you.
What does the work actually look like?
It is practical, hands-on data work. You might be recording short videos, categorizing images, rating text responses, or analyzing data. The tasks are designed to be short and distinct—typically 5-60 minutes per task.
How flexible is the schedule?
Extremely. This is true "log in and work" flexibility. You can usually work for 20 minutes or 4 hours depending on your availability. There are rarely minimum hour requirements, making it ideal for side income.
Is there an interview?
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You will likely be screened by "Zara", an AI recruiter. Treat this like a real video interview—speak clearly, ensure you have good lighting, and be ready to answer technical questions verbally, as the transcript is reviewed by human managers.