Staff Software Engineer (LAMP/JQuery/CMS)

Staff Software Engineer (LAMP) 

Why Join Tech9?

At Tech9, we are driven by a clear vision—to empower organizations with AI-centered solutions that make them more adaptable, efficient, and future-ready. As a company at the forefront of innovation, we help our clients build exceptional software that not only meets today’s needs but anticipates tomorrow's challenges. Our approach blends cutting-edge AI technology, top-tier talent acquisition, and expert project management to ensure that businesses can scale effectively and deliver high-quality, world-class software on time and within budget.

Our partnerships speak volumes, with clients like Instructure, Young Living, Imagine Learning, Mars Corp., and many others trusting us to lead the way in software development. We are rapidly growing across our offices in the US, LATAM, and India, and we're creating an environment where talented individuals can thrive, collaborate, and have fun while building transformative solutions.

If you're excited by the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment where scaling and building the future of software is key, we’d love to hear from you. Join us as we work together to redefine the world of software development!

Project Description
The U.S. government is investing heavily in expanding broadband access, pouring billions of dollars into fiber infrastructure and accelerating competition across the ISP (Internet Service Provider) space. As new players enter the market, third-party utility providers—teams selling internet, satellite, home security, solar, and more—are growing rapidly. These companies operate in the field, often door-to-door, and need dedicated tools to manage their leads, operations, and customers.

Yet no CRM system exists today that’s purpose-built for this segment—until now.

Our client's platform is the only CRM tailored specifically for the unique workflows and daily realities of third-party utility providers. Built from scratch by a solo technical founder, it has already gained strong traction and is receiving constant requests for additional features, integrations, and enhancements. The product sits in a fast-growing, underserved niche with real market pull—and now the founder is looking for a senior partner to help scale it further.

Role Description

This Staff-Level LAMP Developer will partner directly with the CEO/Founder and help expand the platform’s capabilities. This role requires someone who is not only technically sharp, but also a self-starter who thrives in a scrappy, early-stage startup environment. There’s little red tape, limited developer support, and a constant flow of projects—everything from building APIs and plugins to fixing bugs and shipping new features fast.

You’ll be a true builder, working with technologies like the LAMP stack, jQuery, AWS, and CMS platforms (with a strong preference for Joomla). You’ll have autonomy to own projects, help prioritize the roadmap, and provide input on architecture and trade-offs. This role is ideal for someone who wants to drive outcomes, not just execute tasks—and who knows when to challenge ideas and when to move fast.

Minimum Requirements

• 8+ years of software development experience
   
• 7+ experience in the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
   
• Proficiency with jQuery
   
• Experience working with CMS platforms; Joomla is a major plus
   
• Ability to build APIs and endpoints from scratch
   
• Strong communication skills (C1+ English proficiency), with a clear, neutral accent
   
• Honest, punctual, and self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership
   
• Comfortable operating independently and managing a variety of tasks in a fast-moving environment
   
• Experience working with customer support or QA teams to triage and resolve bugs
   

Preferred Requirements

• Hands-on experience with Joomla CMS
   
• Familiarity with AWS (infrastructure, hosting, storage, etc.)
   
• Exposure to Google Cloud Platform, particularly BigQuery
   
• Experience developing plugins or extensions for platforms like Microsoft Outlook
   
• Prior experience in founder-led startups or solo-dev projects
   
• A strong grasp of MVP development and knowing when something is “good enough” to ship

At Tech9, we are committed to providing a smooth, efficient, and transparent candidate experience. Our goal is to move quickly through the interview process, typically completing it within 2–3 weeks, depending on availability. We want to make sure you have clarity on every step, and we will keep you informed about the next steps as we progress. The desired start date for this position is September 8th, 2025, and we aim to complete the interview process and make a final decision by August 22nd.

Interview Plan

Screening Interview (On-Demand HireVue)

• Duration: 30 minutes
   
• Format: Online assessment focused on your background and fit for the role. This will evaluate your technical foundation, startup readiness, and communication skills.
   

Recruiter Q&A

• Duration: 10 minutes
   
• Format: A brief virtual meeting with our recruiter to clarify the role, expectations, and answer any questions you may have. Note: This is not an interview.
   

Interview 1: 

• Duration: 60 minutes
   
• Format: Live, virtual interview with a member of the internal technical team to assess your skills with the LAMP stack. You'll be asked to share your screen and perform hands-on challenges within your preferred environment.
   

Interview 2

• Duration: 60 minutes
   
• Format: Live virtual interview with the VP of Engineering or CTO at Tech9. This conversation will center around your hands-on skills and cover both technical depth and soft skills like ownership, communication, and ability to work independently.
   

Client Round Interview

• Duration: 60 minutes
   
• Format: Live video call with the founder of the CRM platform. This will be a collaborative, personal discussion focused on working style, expectations, alignment, and partnership potential.
   

Total Interview Time Investment: 4–5 hours

Next Steps
We aim to finalize decisions and extend offers within a few days of the final interview, ensuring a swift and clear process. Our goal is to have the selected candidate ready to begin by September 8th, with a final decision made by August 22nd.

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