PHP Software Engineer

EMPIRE is a premier and dynamic music company that prides itself on the development and support of independent artists. We are a rapidly growing firm that has been making waves in the music industry, with an extensive portfolio that spans multiple genres and reaches audiences worldwide. We have become the largest independent record label in the U.S., with a significant global presence covering Africa, Asia, Europe, Australia, and North and South America. We keep busy with extensive music-related services, from original content and marketing to distribution and recordings. 

Our commitment to artistic creativity, innovation, and progressive business solutions forms the foundation of our corporate culture. We believe in fostering talent, not just in our artists but also within our professional teams. We invite you to join us on this exciting journey as we expand.

The Role Remix: EMPIRE is looking for a PHP Software Engineer to join our downtown San Francisco office. This role is in person/hybrid and will report to the VP of Engineering and will be responsible for both back-end and front-end development. This person would become a key member of the development team and will help the company in implementing complex web applications that retain a solid focus on user experience and design.

• Work independently or as part of a team on multiple projects
• Write clean code and documentation
• Help estimating the level of effort for both net-new development work and updates/upgrades
• Work with product managers and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications
• Perform regular code reviews with other members of the development team
• Provide input on and sometimes lead software/system architecture discussion and planning
• Establish, with the help of the team, best practices for code quality and testing

Key Notes for Success:

• 2+ years of experience developing fullstack web technologies with PHP, preferably using laravel
• Experience with modern Javascript frameworks
• Experience with modern SQL and relational databases, including best practices for data modeling and performant queries
• A solid understanding of modern development approaches and the ability to write clean code
• Experience with git and continuous integration workflows
• Ability to read, understand, and debug code in an efficient manner
• Knowledge of security concepts 
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively depending on the project scope
• The ability to set clear expectations with internal team members
• Experience with building and interacting with RESTful APIs and Mobile Apps
• Must be based in the San Francisco Bay Area

Bonus Beats: 

• High Energy: You are motivated, don't procrastinate, and thrive when making a real impact. You look for ways to help beyond your formal job responsibilities. We have a lot of work ahead.
• Thrive in Ambiguity: Our product evolves every day. You're ready to improve and build new processes and workflows.
• Passion: You strive to become an expert, are ambitious, and think outside the box. You're willing to go the extra mile to reach those goals.
• Sense of Urgency: We're moving fast. Decisions are probably made quicker than you're used to. You are ready to match our speed.

Pay Range: $100,000 - $120,000/annual salary + benefits + discretionary bonus + profit sharing program

The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may also vary depending on the market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

At EMPIRE, we value diversity and treat all employees and job applicants based on merit, qualifications, competence, and talent. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

If you are passionate about the music industry and looking for a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative environment, apply today. We look forward to hearing from you.