REMOTE PHP LARAVEL DEVELOPER
Explicitly requires use of vibe coding tools and lists GPT, Cursor, and Claude as productivity aids; AI-assisted development is part of the workflow.
About the Role
Kanguru Digital is hiring a remote-first PHP/Laravel developer to build and maintain full-stack web applications using Vue.js on the frontend and Laravel 10 on the backend. The role requires at least 3 years of PHP experience, must be located in Canada, and actively uses AI-assisted 'vibe coding' tools to improve productivity.
Job Description
Role
Kanguru Digital is seeking a remote-first PHP Laravel Developer to build and maintain full-stack web applications. The developer will work with a small collaborative team to implement frontend features with Vue.js and backend services with Laravel 10, focusing on robust architecture and long-term solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain full-stack applications using Vue.js (Composition API, TypeScript) and Laravel 10 (PHP).
- Design and integrate REST and JSON:API backends.
- Work with PostgreSQL databases and related data models.
- Collaborate using Git and Bitbucket workflows.
- Use modern development tooling, including Docker-based environments and CI/CD (Jenkins).
- Leverage AI-assisted “vibe coding” tools such as GPT, Cursor, or Claude to improve productivity and code quality.
Requirements
- Must be located in Canada (required for tax and compliance purposes).
- Fluent in English.
- At least 3 years of PHP experience.
- Experience with Vue.js and Laravel.
- Active use of vibe coding/AI-assisted development tools in workflows.
Tech Stack
- Frontend: Vue.js (Composition API), TypeScript
- Backend: Laravel 10, PHP
- Database: PostgreSQL
- API standard: JSON:API, REST
- Markup/Styling: HTML5, CSS3
- Web Server: Nginx, Apache
- Version control: Git, Bitbucket
- Package managers: Composer, npm
- CI/CD: Jenkins
- Development environment: Docker, GNU/Linux
- AI/vibe tools: GPT, Cursor, Claude
Work Arrangements
- Fully remote within Canada; optional hybrid or in-office work in Montreal, QC (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie / Villeray).
- Flexible working hours; 8-hour workday with core hours 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. EST, Monday to Friday.
- Job type: Full-time, Permanent.
Compensation and Benefits
- Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year (currency not specified in posting).
- Paid time off and flexible working hours.
- Remote-first culture and casual work environment.
- Comprehensive health plan after probation (dental care, extended health care, life insurance).
- On-site parking (for optional office use).