About NEXUSsoft:

Join a team that has been automating complex business processes long before it was fashionable.

Since 2003 NEXUSsoft has helped Australian mid-sized enterprises turn messy, multi-system workflows into a single, disciplined source of truth. Our proprietary iCERP platform sits at the heart of each customer’s operation, orchestrating data and tasks from first contact to final invoice in what analysts now label Intelligent Process Automation. With demand for our continuous-improvement model growing, we are scaling our Varanasi engineering hub and looking for talented, career-oriented team players who thrive on ownership, collaboration and making a measurable impact. If that sounds like you, read on.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer to join our team and take ownership of end-to-end technical delivery across multiple web-based projects. This role requires deep expertise in PHP, web development, MySQL, DevOps, and GitHub, along with strong troubleshooting, testing, and project management capabilities. You will lead a team of developers, ensure code quality, and drive successful project execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable web applications using PHP and related technologies.
Manage MySQL database architecture, optimization, and performance tuning.
Oversee code reviews, testing strategies, and ensure high standards of code quality and security.
Handle DevOps tasks including CI/CD pipelines, deployment, monitoring, and incident response.
Manage GitHub repositories, branching strategies, pull requests, and release processes.
Act as the primary technical point of ensuring alignment between technical solutions and business requirements.
Collaborate with QA to define testing frameworks and strategies.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues across the stack — from code to infrastructure.
Coordinate and manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources to meet business goals.

Required Skills & Experience:

7+ years of experience in PHP development (Laravel, Symfony or similar frameworks preferred).
Strong expertise in web technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, AJAX, RESTful APIs.
Hands-on experience with MySQL (queries, indexing, optimization).
Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices (Docker, CI/CD, Nginx/Apache configuration, cloud services).
Advanced knowledge of Git/GitHub workflows.
Proven ability to manage technical projects and lead a team.
Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
Strong communication and documentation skills.

Nice to Have:

Experience with cloud platforms (Azure).
Improving DevOps
Familiarity with Node JS

What We Offer:

Leadership opportunities and challenging projects.
A focus on innovation and career progression.
A supportive, collaborative team environment.