PHP Backend Developer (w/m/d)
Core
Backend developer building and migrating a high-traffic sports data platform from a monolith to a service-oriented architecture using PHP.
Role type
Senior IC PHP Backend Developer
Builds
Robust REST APIs and scalable backend services for web and mobile applications
Domain
Sports data / Web services
Required skills
PHP (7.4/8.x), Symfony, Yii, REST API design, MySQL, Redis, Memcache, AMQP, Git, CI/CD, Agile/Scrum
Preferred skills
Microservices architecture, performance optimization, code review leadership
Technologies
PHP, Symfony, Yii, MySQL, Redis, Memcache, AMQP, Git, GitHub Actions, Docker
Responsibilities
Develop new features and migrate legacy monolith code to microservices; Build and maintain robust REST APIs connecting web and app projects; Collaborate with stakeholders on API design and external service integration; Ensure system performance and scalability under millions of daily requests; Participate in agile sprints, code reviews, and technical planning.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC