Senior Software Engineer- Full Stack (LAMP)- Remote - First Advantage

At First Advantage (Nasdaq: FA), people are at the heart of everything we do. From our customers and partners to our greatest advantage - our team members. Operating with empathy and compassion, First Advantage fosters a global inclusive workforce devoted to the diverse voices that make up our talent and products. Our team members empower each other to be their authentic selves and treat all with respect, integrity, and fairness.

Say hello to a rewarding career and come join a leading provider of mission-critical background screening solutions to some of the most recognized Fortune 100 and Global 500 brands.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our dynamic, cross-functional team. You’ll build and optimize AI-driven solutions and data pipelines, working with modern cloud and data technologies to deliver impactful results.

What We Do:

We are on the frontline of recruitment enabling organizations to Hire Smarter. Onboard Faster™ First Advantage is an HR Tech company delivering innovative solutions and insights to enable our clients to manage risk and hire the best talent. Leveraging an advanced technology platform, First Advantage builds fully scalable, configurable screening programs that meet the unique needs of over 33,000 clients. Headquartered in Atlanta, GA and with an internationally distributed workforce spanning 19 countries with about 5,500 employees, First Advantage performs over 93 million screens in over 200 countries and territories annually.

Who You Are:

You are self-motivated and ready to “roll up your sleeves." While you are an independent contributor, you are also collaborative. You can spearhead a project and see it through from start to completion.

As a team player, you navigate cross-functional teams and work well with team members in other business units and departments toward a common goal.

An Innovator - you see gaps in current processes or workflows as an opportunity to improve and try something new.

A lifelong learner and always seeking out opportunities to learn and upskill, you understand the importance of thorough and secure screenings and are interested in the Human Capital sector and the confluence of people, process, and technology.

About Role:

First Advantage Corporation is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with strong full stack development

expertise in the LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP) along with Handson experience in modern

frontend and cloud technologies. The ideal candidate will have solid experience building scalable

applications, writing high-quality code, and collaborating effectively across teams. You will contribute to key

projects that directly impact product quality, performance, and business outcomes.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and enhance scalable, high-performance applications using PHP, MySQL, and other LAMP based technologies.
• Build, maintain, and optimize RESTful and JSON-based APIs, ensuring secure, reliable, and scalable integrations with internal and external systems.
• Work with cloud platforms-preferably AWS-to build, deploy, and optimize application components.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and cross functional teams to deliver highquality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high standards of code quality, performance, security, and maintainability.
• Assist in project planning, estimation, and requirement analysis to ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices, contributing ideas that promote innovation and continuous improvement.
• Support junior team members when required by providing technical guidance and sharing best practices.

• Strong hands-on experience with LAMP stack development-Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP.
• Solid experience in building secure, scalable APIs (REST, JSON), including versioning, authentication and performance optimization.
• Good understanding of both front-end and backend development.
• Experience with JavaScript frameworks (React preferred) and familiarity with Node.js or TypeScript is a plus.
• Exposure to AWS services, cloud-based development, or modern infrastructure architectures.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, containers (Docker), or related DevOps tools is an advantage.

First Advantage is going through a technology transformation! We are looking for experts who are excited to work with advanced technologies and provide best-in-class user experiences, drive the development and deployment of scalable solutions, and smoothly guide our agile teams and clients through meaningful changes as we continue to expand our impact.

What Are You Waiting For? Apply Today!

You have learned a little about us today - we want to learn about you! If you think this position and our company are a great fit for your areas of interest and expertise, tell us about you by applying now!

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - India Region:

Most of the roles are enabled with the ability to work remotely with occasional business travel. Hybrid working model

Comprehensive employee Leave policy

Career progressions through Internal job opportunities and Global Talent mobility programs

Career Development: Mentoring Program, People Management Program, cross-functions training, soft skills training.

Continuous learning and development opportunities. Upskilling and reskilling opportunities mobilized through e-learning platforms

Training and Certification reimbursement programs

Medical Insurance coverage for employees and parental insurance benefits available. Calendarized Employee Wellness programs

Quarterly Rewards and Recognition program to recognize exemplary performance

Other attractive allowances - Weekend working, Holiday pay, Relocation assistance, Maternity bonus, Creche allowance & Other allowance etc.

United States Equal Opportunity Employment:

First Advantage is proud to be a global leader in removing barriers and supporting our community members to ensure the changing demographics of the workforce are reflected in our hiring and employment practices. We value all of our candidates, employees, and clients, and place great emphasis on hiring and supporting qualified individuals in each role. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other area protected by applicable law.