NTT DATA's Client is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer (PHP / APIs / WordPress) to enhance, maintain, troubleshoot, and modernize existing web applications, WordPress plugins, custom APIs, and internal tools. Develop and support backend applications using PHP, SQL, and related technologies. Design, build, and maintain dashboards, reporting tools, CRUD applications, and administrative interfaces. Manage database operations, optimize queries, and maintain data integrity and performance. Develop and maintain REST API integrations with internal and third-party applications. Integrate applications from external vendors while ensuring secure handling of Protected Health Information (PHI) in compliance with HIP nd privacy regulations. Support system updates, testing, deployments, and remediation activities required to meet compliance and regulatory standards. Troubleshoot production issues and perform root cause analysis for application defects and performance concerns. Collaborate with front-end designers and offshore development teams to deliver application enhancements. Oversee offshore development activities and provide project status updates to stakeholders. Manage user provisioning, credential administration, and system access requests. Maintain project documentation and track work items using Jira. Participate in cross-functional meetings and present technical updates as needed. Basic Qualifications Minimum 5-8 years of experience in web application development, backend systems development, or software engineering. Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience developing web applications using PHP, SQL, and related backend technologies. Minimum 5 years of experience working with JavaScript. Minimum 5 years of experience working with Python or a similar scripting language. Minimum 5 years of experience working with Linux operating systems and command-line tools. Minimum 5 years of experience supporting WordPress environments, including custom plugins and integrations. Minimum 5 years of experience designing and consuming REST APIs and integrating applications with internal and third-party systems. Minimum 5 years of experience designing dashboards, reporting tools, CRUD applications, and administrative interfaces. Minimum 5 years of experience with relational databases, SQL query optimization, database design, and performance tuning. Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. Minimum 2-3 years of experience working with offshore development teams and coordinating deliverables with external vendors. Experience working in healthcare, insurance, or other regulated environments is preferred. Travel No travel required. Must be available during standard U.S. business hours to support a U.S.-based client and collaborate with offshore teams. May be required to participate in client meetings and cross-functional video conferences. Degree Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Nice to Have (Preferred Skills) pache and/or Nginx administration. Bash/Shell scripting. Regular Expressions (Regex). Laravel or other MVC frameworks. Docker, Kubernetes, AWS Lambda, or similar cloud technologies. Git source control. Jira project management experience. Experience supporting healthcare applications. Knowledge of HIPAA compliance requirements.