Laravel / React Developer

S&S Firestone, Inc. is looking for an experienced Laravel/React Developer with 5+ years of expertise in building scalable, high-performance web applications to join our Corporate Office team. Our ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of PHP, Laravel’s ecosystem, and modern React development, including state management and component-based architecture. Familiarity with Tailwind CSS, RESTful APIs, MySQL, and version control systems like Git is essential.

We value problem-solvers who are passionate about clean code, collaboration, and staying current with industry trends. If you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment and enjoy tackling complex challenges, we’d love to hear from you!

 
Key Responsibilities: 

• Build, refine, and maintain in-house, customer- and operations-focused web applications using Laravel, React, and Tailwind CSS.
• Lead and contribute to the migration from legacy PHP to a modern Laravel/React architecture with clean, testable, well-structured code.
• Develop, test, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user interfaces with server-side logic and reusable components.
• Write efficient, secure MySQL queries and apply web security best practices throughout the stack.
• Implement and advocate for automated testing (unit, integration, end-to-end) to ensure reliability and maintainability.
• Participate in and help drive code reviews, ensuring quality, consistency, and knowledge sharing.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve application and infrastructure issues across environments.
• Communicating clearly across cross-functional and distributed teams.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers; contribute to documentation and internal technical discussions.
• Monitor and optimize for performance, scalability, and reliability in Linux-based environments.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver features that improve UX/UI and business outcomes.
• Stay current with emerging tools, frameworks, and industry trends; bring forward ideas to modernize the stack.
• Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of code quality and delivery discipline.

We Offer: 

• Full-time, permanent position, with weekly pay
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, On-site 
• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental Vision, Life insurance and more
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company matching
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Cell Phone Reimbursement 
• An Equal Opportunity Employer
• Drug Free Workplace

The salary range for this position is $60,000 to $100,000+, commensurate with experience and performance. Final compensation will be determined based on:

• Preliminary screening interviews conducted via Teams/Zoom
• Review of provided GitHub, Stack Overflow profiles, or portfolio links
• Results of a technical performance evaluation

• Must be local to the Lexington, KY area or willing to commute daily to our corporate office.
• Local candidates only; this is an on-site position (no remote or relocation assistance provided).
• 5+ years experience with PHP/Laravel and React, plus expertise in RESTful APIs, MySQL, and Git 
• Strong knowledge of Tailwind CSS, RESTful APIs, and MySQL
• Proficiency with Git and Linux environments
• Experience with legacy PHP migration to modern frameworks
• Solid understanding of web security best practices and performance optimization
• Familiarity with unit and integration testing
• Strong problem-solving and code review skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration in remote/hybrid teams
• Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt to fast-paced environments
• Adaptability to new technologies and evolving project requirements
• Capable of providing technical guidance and mentoring to peers 
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Proactive approach to continuous learning and professional growth

About S&S Tire: S&S Firestone, Inc., headquartered in Lexington, KY, has grown to become one of the largest independent tire dealerships in the country. We currently operate 18 full-service commercial locations, 12 wholesale distribution centers, and 3 Bandag retread facilities across 10 Southeastern states. Our company employs more than 550 people and operates a fleet of over 300 service and delivery vehicles. In 2024, we celebrated our 50th year in business and have consistently been recognized by both Modern Tire Dealer and Tire Business magazines as a leader in the industry. To learn more about S&S Tire, visit our website at www.sstire.com  

Join a leader in the tire industry and take the next step in your career. Apply today!