Remote Senior PHP & AWS Developer - System Optimization Expert
OnTheGoSystems Remote

OntheGoSystems is seeking an experienced Senior Developer to enhance the performance and cost efficiency of our WordPress sites hosted on Amazon ECS. With over 250,000 clients depending on 24/7 availability, your role will directly impact our performance, revenue, and reputation by reducing downtime and optimizing system operations. 

Your Role and Impact 

In this role, you'll migrate WordPress sites to AWS ECS while continuously optimizing performance and minimizing costs. By troubleshooting and resolving issues efficiently, you’ll help maintain high availability and improve client experience. Collaborating with our IT and code teams, you’ll blend DevOps practices with development work to overcome bottlenecks, ensuring smooth and efficient system performance. 

Core Responsibilities: 

  • Migrate WordPress sites to AWS ECS for optimal cost and performance 
  • Troubleshoot performance issues, investigate root causes, and implement long-term solutions 
  • Focus on enhancing system efficiency, reducing expenses, and improving client experience 
  • Work closely with teams to resolve operational bottlenecks and improve uptime 
  • Set up monitoring and alert systems for uptime maintenance 

Key Qualifications: 

  • Strong expertise in PHP and MySQL query optimization 
  • Solid experience with WordPress and AWS ECS, with an emphasis on performance profiling and debugging 
  • Familiarity with uptime monitoring and alert configurations 
  • Proficiency in Git for version control 

Bonus Skills: 

  • Experience with high-performance web servers (e.g., NGINX) 
  • Knowledge of load and stress testing tools like k6 
  • CI configuration and management experience 
  • Experience writing end-to-end tests for improved system quality 

What We Offer: 

  • 100% remote work flexibility 
  • Support for hobbies and physical activities through our BAMM program 
  • Computer budget to upgrade your workspace 
  • Access to Kindle and our Amazon account for personal growth 
  • National holidays off for a good work-life balance 
  • Collaborate with a global team of highly driven individuals 
  • Opportunities for personal and professional growth 

Are you ready to make a significant impact? Apply now and become a part of our growing team! 

 

About Company

OntheGoSystems is a dynamic, remote-first company dedicated to optimizing WordPress sites for performance, cost-efficiency, and availability. With a focus on delivering exceptional client experiences, we leverage cutting-edge technologies like AWS ECS to serve over 250,000 clients globally, while fostering a culture of innovation and growth. 

 

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