Lumion

Architect and develop AI-native SaaS modules for trade school management, leveraging agentic coding tools and high-level architecture. | Deep Laravel expertise, extensive experience with AI tooling and workflows, and a proven track record of shipping production web applications. | Location: Fully Remote (USA or Canada) Comp: $120k - $130k + Equity + Performance Bonuses The Mission: Building the Operating System for Trade Schools Lumion is the all-in-one operating system for trade and technical schools. We are the central platform that powers the entire institution—from the first lead generated, to enrollment, tuition payments, compliance reporting, and alumni career tracking. We are a well-funded, high-velocity startup backed by TTV Capital and Tusk Venture Partners. We are obsessed with helping the next generation of tradespeople launch successful careers, and we are updating our entire stack to be AI-First. The Role: Code at the Speed of Thought We are looking for a Senior Engineer who is 100% all-in on AI-native workflows. If you believe in hand-crafting every line of boilerplate PHP as a badge of honor, this role is not for you. We are hiring engineers who treat AI agents (Claude Code, Gemini, GitHub Copilot, Cursor) as their primary toolset. You will be an orchestrator of code, using these tools to ship comprehensive features 10x faster than traditional developers. You aren't just writing code; you are architecting the automated backbone that allows trade schools to scale. You will: Architect & Orchestrate: Use Laravel 12 as the foundation, but rely on AI agents to handle the implementation heavy lifting. Your value lies in high-level architecture, prompt engineering, and rigorous code review. Build the "School OS": Develop the interconnected modules that run the school—admissions portals, financial aid automations, and student information systems—integrated seamlessly with AI to reduce administrative drag. Ship Relentlessly: Leverage agentic coding tools to condense week-long sprints into day-long pushes. Maintain Sanity: While we move fast, we prioritize stability. You will ensure the AI-generated code adheres to strict SOLID principles and rigorous testing standards (Pest). The Stack & Tooling Core: PHP 8.4+, Laravel 12+, Livewire, Filament AI Tooling (Mandatory): You must be proficient with agentic coding tools (Claude Code, Gemini, Codex). You live in the terminal. Data & AI Infra: MySQL, Redis, and vector databases (pgvector/Pinecone) for RAG implementations to make school data accessible via natural language. Testing: Pest PHP (AI writes the tests; you verify the coverage). What We Require (No Compromises) Agentic Workflow Mastery: You don’t just "use ChatGPT sometimes." AI is not your “rubbery ducky.” You have a fully developed workflow using tools like Claude Code, Gemini, Codex, etc. to generate, refactor, and debug complex codebases. Laravel Expertise: You know the framework deeply enough to instantly spot when the AI is hallucinating or using an anti-pattern. You can guide the AI to use Service Providers, Facades, and Eloquent correctly. Business Logic Intuition: You understand that we are building a mission-critical platform. You can translate complex school workflows into clean technical architecture. Shipping Mindset: You value outcomes over output. You care about the feature landing in the school administrator's hands, not the purity of the implementation process. 3+ Years Experience: In shipping production web applications (SaaS preferred). Why Join Lumion Now? No Legacy Drag: We are constantly modernizing. You won't be fighting 10-year-old spaghetti code; you'll be building on the newest version of Laravel. AI Sandbox: We encourage you to experiment with the newest models and tools. If a new agentic tool comes out that saves time, we buy it. The Impact: Solving the Skilled Trades Gap America is facing a massive shortage of skilled tradespeople, from electricians to nurses, and schools are the bottleneck. By building the AI-first operating system for these institutions, you aren't just shipping software; you are removing the friction that keeps students from graduating. You are directly contributing to closing the skills gap and helping thousands of people move from "unemployed" to "essential careers." Remote-First Culture: We don't care where you sit, as long as you are authorized to work in the US/Canada and are aligned with our timezone for collaboration. Compensation & Benefits Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 USD Equity: Meaningful stock options in a venture-backed startup. Bonuses: Quarterly performance-based cash bonuses. Perks: Unlimited PTO, 401(k), full Health/Dental/Vision reimbursement up to $537.50/mo, $200/mo tech stipend, $100/mo wellness stipend. How to Apply Don't send a generic cover letter. Tell us about your AI stack. Which models are you driving? What is your preferred agentic workflow? Show us something you built where you acted as the architect and the AI acted as the builder. Join Lumion. Build the OS for the future of skilled trades. 🚀

Build and enhance core platforms by designing, developing, and improving features across Lumion’s SaaS platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. | Mastery of Laravel and proficiency in PHP 8 are required, along with experience in RESTful API development and familiarity with modern front-end frameworks. Candidates should have at least 3 years of professional experience in developing user-facing web applications. | About Lumion (joinlumion.com) Lumion is an all-in-one software platform for trade and technical schools, streamlining the full student lifecycle from lead generation and tuition payments to enrollment, reporting, and alumni tracking. In essence, we are building the ultimate operating system for career and trade schools, enabling institutions to scale efficiently and serve more students. We support schools across a wide range of industries – from healthcare and construction to transportation, culinary arts, and cosmetology – empowering them to enroll more students and deliver life-changing education. Lumion is a well-funded startup, having recently raised $10.7 M in seed financing led by TTV Capital with participation from Tusk Venture Partners. Our mission is to be the trusted infrastructure for the future of skilled education, and we are obsessed with helping the next generation of tradespeople launch successful careers. Location: Fully Remote (USA or Canada) – Lumion’s engineering team is remote-first. Candidates must reside in and be authorized to work in the United States or Canada. The Role Join our rapidly expanding startup in revolutionizing software for trade and technical schools. As a Senior Software Engineer (PHP/Laravel), you will play a pivotal role in building and enhancing our all-in-one education management platform (encompassing enrollment, payment processing, and student information systems). We are looking for a dynamic, self-motivated individual who sets ambitious goals and consistently delivers results on tight timelines. You should be comfortable working full-stack or in a backend-focused capacity, developing robust Laravel-based solutions and integrating modern frontend components (we use Laravel Livewire for interactive UIs). In our fast-paced environment, excellent communication and a self-driven attitude are crucial. You’ll be joining a talented, mission-driven team that values collaboration and bold innovation. If you are passionate about our mission to create the “operating system” for trade schools and eager to have a massive impact, we want to hear from you! Responsibilities Build and enhance core platforms: Design, develop, and improve features across Lumion’s SaaS platform for schools and students, aligning solutions with our mission and product goals. Innovate and scale: Work on new projects that broaden Lumion’s impact – from streamlining student enrollment to optimizing tuition payment workflows – while ensuring the platform scales securely and efficiently. Improve performance and reliability: Continuously refactor and optimize existing code for speed and scalability. Diagnose and resolve software issues and bottlenecks across the stack, including third-party integration issues. Code quality and testing: Write clean, maintainable code with an emphasis on quality. Create automated tests (we use Pest for a modern PHP testing experience) to ensure reliability and regression prevention. Collaborate and iterate: Work closely with cross-functional team members (product, design, customer success) to gather requirements and translate them into effective technical solutions. Participate in code reviews, share knowledge, and mentor others as needed. Required Skills Mastery of Laravel (version 10+): Deep understanding of the Laravel framework (including its newest features and best practices) for building large-scale applications. Proficiency in PHP 8: Strong command of modern PHP (8.x) and object-oriented programming principles, including familiarity with PHP 8 features and typing. RESTful API development: Solid experience designing, building, and consuming REST APIs to integrate services and third-party systems. Front-end familiarity: Comfort with modern front-end frameworks or tools (e.g. Livewire, Vue.js, React, or Alpine.js) and the ability to integrate front-end components with Laravel backends. Version control: Expertise in Git and collaborative workflows (pull requests, code reviews, branching strategies). Testing & quality: Experience writing automated tests (using PHPUnit and/or Pest). Experience: At least 3 years of professional experience developing user-facing web applications (preferably as a full-stack or backend engineer). A history of building and shipping features in a SaaS or startup environment is ideal. Who We're Looking For Mission-driven: You are passionate about our mission to transform trade education and are motivated by the opportunity to make a positive impact. Organized & autonomous: You can manage your time well, prioritize effectively, and thrive in a self-directed environment. Resilient & hardworking: You have a strong work ethic and the determination to overcome challenges, learning and adapting as the product and company evolve. Proven achiever: A track record of setting ambitious goals and delivering. You take ownership of outcomes and consistently push beyond your comfort zone to hit objectives. Growth mindset: Enthusiastic about business growth and eager to contribute to it. You embrace feedback, seek continuous improvement, and are excited by the chance to wear multiple hats in a growing startup. Team player: Collaborative and quick-thinking, you enjoy working with others to solve problems. You communicate clearly and can explain complex tech concepts to non-engineers when needed. Work Environment Expect a culture of intense focus, innovation, and impactful work. We operate in a fast-paced startup environment where everyone is driven to build something extraordinary. Your role will be crucial in expanding and evolving our technology offerings – your creativity and ideas will directly shape the future of trade school management software, from how students enroll and pay for school to how institutions track and support student success. While we outline projects and goals, we also value initiative: you’ll have the freedom to propose improvements and experiment with new technologies to advance our platform. We also believe in balancing hard work with a casual, flexible atmosphere – results matter more than formalities. Company Culture We pride ourselves on a culture of achievement and joy. Transparency, openness, and collaboration are at our core – every team member’s voice is valued in decision-making. We move fast and encourage creative solutions so we can reach our goals swiftly as a team. At the same time, we maintain a casual and inclusive environment where people have fun, respect one another, and celebrate wins together. Joining Lumion means joining a group of proactive, supportive individuals who are collectively striving to solve big problems in education and have a great time doing it. Compensation and Benefits Salary: Base salary range of $110,000 to $130,000 USD, depending on experience Bonus: Eligible for a quarterly, performance‑based cash bonus tied to company revenue goals Equity: Stock option plan participation in a fast‑growing, venture‑backed startup Health Coverage: Health‑insurance reimbursement for medical, dental, and vision Retirement: 401(k) plan Work Essentials: Monthly stipend (up to $200) for cell phone and home internet expenses Wellness: $100 monthly wellness allowance to invest in your health and well‑being Time Off: Unlimited paid time off with a culture that encourages taking the time you need to recharge Lumion is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – you might be the right candidate to help us build the future of skilled trade education! Apply Now and help us build the operating system for trade schools, empowering students and educators nationwide. 🚀