Developer PHP - Responso

Jobgether; Brasil; Remote; BRL 156,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% remote

Flexible hours

Professional development

Startup culture

Training budget

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a PHP Developer for the Responso project based in Brazil. This fully remote role focuses on building scalable backend services using PHP and Symfony to support a SaaS platform serving e-commerce clients worldwide.

You will design REST APIs, integrate with marketplaces, and work with data-heavy systems using Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ, while maintaining high code quality and collaborating with technical founders.

Qualifications

• PHP expertise: Excellent knowledge of PHP 7.4 and PHP 8.2, including OOP, PSR standards, and DI.
• Symfony experience: Practical knowledge of Symfony 4.x and 6.x in real projects.
• Database and messaging: Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ for data-heavy apps.
• API development: Experience building and integrating REST APIs with third-party services.
• Code quality: Write clean, maintainable code following engineering best practices.
• Version control: Proficient with Git for collaborative development.
• Problem-solving: Strong analytical skills for troubleshooting complex issues.
• Autonomy: Proactive, organized, and able to meet deadlines independently.
• Remote collaboration: Effectively work in a fully remote setup with clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend apps using PHP and Symfony for performance and scalability.
• Build and integrate REST APIs and external integrations with marketplaces and services.
• Work with data-intensive systems using Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ.
• Maintain code quality through OOP, DI, PSR standards, and clean coding practices.
• Collaborate with developers and founders to design improvements and architecture.
• Participate in code reviews and testing; write tests and use static analysis tools.
• Optimize integrations and performance of API connections with external services.
• Contribute to product innovation with ML and data processing capabilities.
• Continuously improve development practices and the codebase for long-term growth.

Skills

PHP expertise

Symfony experience

API development

Git

Tools

Elasticsearch

Doctrine

RabbitMQ

Git

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Developer PHP – Responso based in Brazil.

In this fully remote opportunity, you will contribute to the development of an innovative SaaS platform transforming customer service for e-commerce businesses worldwide. You will build and maintain reliable, high-performance software that connects merchants with major online marketplaces, social media platforms, and messaging channels. Working with PHP and Symfony, you will tackle complex technical challenges involving large-scale data processing, API integrations, and machine learning-powered solutions. You will join a dynamic, startup-oriented environment that values code quality, innovation, autonomy, and continuous improvement. Your work will directly influence a product used by thousands of merchants around the world. If you are an experienced PHP developer who enjoys solving complex problems and building scalable applications without unnecessary corporate bureaucracy, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Accountabilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications: Design, implement, and optimize robust backend solutions using PHP and the Symfony framework, ensuring performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Build and integrate APIs: Develop and maintain REST APIs and external integrations connecting the platform with e-commerce marketplaces, messaging services, and social media channels.

• Work with data-intensive systems: Contribute to applications that process large volumes of data, leveraging technologies such as Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ to support efficient data management and asynchronous processing.

• Maintain code quality: Apply object-oriented programming principles, dependency injection, PSR standards, and clean coding practices to deliver reliable, maintainable software.

• Collaborate on technical solutions: Work closely with the development team and technical founders to design system improvements, solve complex engineering challenges, and contribute to architectural decisions.

• Participate in code reviews and testing: Review code, write and maintain tests, and use static analysis tools to improve software reliability and prevent regressions.

• Optimize integrations and performance: Troubleshoot technical issues, improve API reliability, and ensure seamless communication between the platform and external services.

• Contribute to product innovation: Help evolve a SaaS platform that incorporates machine learning and advanced data processing to improve e-commerce customer service workflows.

• Continuously improve development practices: Identify opportunities to enhance the codebase, streamline development processes, and introduce technical improvements that support long-term product growth.

Requirements:

• PHP expertise: Excellent knowledge of PHP 7.4 and PHP 8.2, including object-oriented programming, PSR standards, and dependency injection.

• Symfony experience: Strong practical knowledge of Symfony 4.x and 6.x, with the ability to develop and maintain applications using the framework.

• Database and messaging technologies: Familiarity with Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ, including their use in data-intensive applications and asynchronous processing.

• API development: Proven experience creating and integrating REST APIs, ideally involving third-party services and complex integration requirements.

• Code quality and best practices: Ability to write clean, efficient, maintainable code and apply sound software engineering principles.

• Version control: Experience using Git for version control and collaborative software development.

• Problem-solving skills: Strong analytical thinking and the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues independently.

• Autonomy and accountability: A proactive, organized, and dependable approach to work, with strong time management and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Remote collaboration: Ability to work effectively in a fully remote environment, communicate clearly with colleagues, and manage responsibilities independently.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience developing and maintaining SaaS applications.

• Knowledge of e-commerce ecosystems, including online stores, sales channels, and marketplace integrations.

• Experience integrating external APIs from platforms such as Mercado Livre, Shopee, and Amazon.

• Familiarity with machine learning applications, large-scale data processing, or other data-intensive software systems.

Benefits:

• 100% remote work: Work from anywhere in Brazil without the need to commute to an office.

• Flexible working hours: Organize your schedule around your productivity and personal commitments.

• Meaningful product impact: Contribute to software used by more than 5,000 users worldwide.

• Interesting technical challenges: Work on advanced software architecture, large-scale data processing, complex API integrations, and machine learning-powered solutions.

• Professional development: Benefit from code reviews, testing practices, static code analysis, and a dedicated training budget.

• Startup culture: Enjoy an innovative, collaborative environment with minimal corporate bureaucracy and opportunities to work directly with technical founders.

• Long-term collaboration: Join a growing technology team focused on building and continuously improving its product.

• Additional benefits: Other benefits may be available as part of the overall employment arrangement; specific details are not provided in the available job description.

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