Software Engineer - Backend (PHP)

Backend Software Engineer responsible for developing new features in an agile, product-led environment; contribute to code review, debugging and refactoring, taking advantage of every opportunity to make the codebase better; contribute to application improvement & optimization through code audits, refactoring, caching, and architecture changes; write DRY code using best practices; help define requirements for new features and assist with Sprint planning; work with business stakeholders in shaping, estimating and planning new requirements; participate in regular showcases of new work to product owners and business stakeholders; strive for continuous improvement within the team; mentor more junior members of the team; passionate about building and optimizing performance; ability to work in an Agile and high-paced environment; happy to take technical leadership on project work; work closely with the product team; prerequisite BSc in computer science or equivalent experience; minimum of 3 years experience; expert on PHP or Nodejs; PHP proficiency in large, scalable web applications; experience with PHP frameworks (Laravel, Symfony etc.); understanding of version control systems such as GIT; experience with Agile development and JIRA; basic understanding of Unix commands and environments; excellent English written and verbal communication skills; health insurance provided and yearly bi-annual ticket to home country; opportunities for growth and development.