Hands-on experience with Python (Django / DRF) and/or PHP (Laravel)
Solid understanding of RESTful API principles and data serialization
Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar relational databases
Basic understanding of authentication, authorization, and session management
Fluency in English and Arabic (technical communication and documentation)
Knowledge of Git and collaborative branching workflows
Awareness of project management workflows and ability to follow structured development cycles
Ability to use AI-assisted tools (ChatGPT, Claude, Cursor, Copilot, etc.) to optimize code, debug, and document work
Familiarity with Docker, Redis, or background task systems
Understanding of security, testing, and API versioning
Experience integrating with mobile clients or front-end frameworks
Curiosity to learn both stacks (Django + PHP) and cross-train between them