Backend Software Engineer - High-Impact Role
This is a high-impact role where you'll work closely with engineering, product, and architecture teams to build and optimise backend services, search performance, and catalog architecture that directly impact millions of users across Europe.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and maintain robust, scalable services in PHP (7/8) using Symfony
* Contribute to the design and evolution of backend architecture across search and catalog systems
* Build and refine REST APIs to support product discovery and shopping features
* Promote clean, testable code, CI/CD best practices, and strong version control standards
* Review code, share knowledge, and support engineering quality across the team
About You:
We're looking for someone with 5+ years of backend development experience, ideally with PHP and Symfony. Strong understanding of modern software development practices and lifecycle is essential. Proven experience with REST APIs, relational databases (MySQL), and clean architecture is also required.
Familiarity with:
* SOLID principles
* Design patterns
* Automated testing
Bonus Points:
* Experience in search systems, catalog architecture, or product recommendation engines
* Familiarity with Domain-Driven Design (DDD)
* Background in high-traffic, customer-facing platforms
What We Offer:
* Work on high-impact projects that directly impact millions of users
* Collaborate with offshore engineers to ensure alignment and consistency
Requirements:
* Strong understanding of modern software development practices and lifecycle
* Proven experience with REST APIs, relational databases (MySQL), and clean architecture
* Familiarity with SOLID principles, design patterns, and automated testing