Backend Developer
Core
Design, develop, and maintain high-performance back-end solutions for a content platform serving 19M users, transitioning from a PHP monolith to a distributed microservices ecosystem.
Role type
Senior Backend Developer (Polyglot)
Builds
Core business logic, high-performance microservices, and data integration layers for a global content platform.
Domain
Consumer Internet / Content Platform
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
PHP 8/Symfony, Golang, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, NoSQL, REST APIs, Websockets, Automated Testing (Playwright), System Architecture, CI/CD
Preferred skills
Legacy code refactoring, High-traffic system scaling, Technical mentorship
Technologies
Golang, PHP 8, Symfony 6.4, PostgreSQL, DynamoDB, DocumentDB, Playwright, AWS, Jira, Notion, Figma
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain core business logic within existing PHP/Symfony monolith; Architect and implement new high-performance services in Golang; Ensure data integrity across relational and NoSQL storage solutions; Write robust automated tests and ensure system health through monitoring; Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical standards.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC