Lead PHP Developer

• Design, develop, test, document, deploy, and maintain high-quality backend software solutions from concept through production.


• Enhance and optimize existing APIs, backend services, and platform functionality to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.


• Integrate third-party platforms and services, including payment providers, gateways, verification tools, monitoring systems, and reporting solutions.


• Build and maintain secure, resilient, and high-performing applications that support business-critical financial operations.


• Develop and execute testing strategies, including integration testing and quality assurance processes for new features and releases.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues while implementing preventive improvements.


• Create and maintain technical documentation, architectural specifications, and development standards.


• Provide production support and ensure the stability and availability of deployed solutions.


• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver robust and efficient software solutions.


• Contribute to architectural decisions, process improvements, and engineering best practices across the development lifecycle.

Requirements

• Extensive professional experience in PHP development, including the design and maintenance of large-scale web applications and backend systems.


• Deep expertise in object-oriented programming principles and software engineering best practices.


• Strong hands-on experience with Symfony, including RESTful API design and implementation using Symfony components and Doctrine ORM.


• Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL, database design, normalization principles, performance optimization, indexing strategies, and complex query tuning.


• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, scalability challenges, and enterprise-level application design.


• Expertise in SOLID, GRASP, and design pattern implementation across complex software environments.


• Experience applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) concepts, including bounded contexts, domain services, and domain events.


• Advanced understanding of CQRS architecture, asynchronous processing, and data synchronization strategies.


• Experience designing and implementing Event Sourcing architectures for scalable and distributed systems.


• Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, deployment processes, monitoring, logging, and configuration management.


• Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containerized environments, and cloud-native deployment practices.


• Advanced proficiency with automated testing frameworks such as PHPUnit, Codeception, Behat, or similar tools.


• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, including advanced configuration and automation capabilities.


• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in distributed and cross-functional teams.


• Curiosity, innovation mindset, and a passion for continuously improving products, processes, and engineering practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.


• Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours within the Central European Time zone.


• Opportunity to work from a wide range of European locations.


• 19 business days of flexible paid time off annually.


• Collaborative, supportive, and values-driven company culture.


• Exposure to cutting-edge fintech technologies and large-scale payment ecosystems.


• Opportunities to attend industry conferences, professional events, and community initiatives as both a participant and contributor.


• Modern organizational structure designed to encourage transparency, efficiency, and streamlined communication.


• Significant technical ownership and influence over product development and architecture decisions.


• Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving industry.


• International team environment with diverse perspectives and expertise.