Senior Software Engineer - Java & PHP (m/f/d)

Ratepay GmbH; Berlin, Püttlingen; Hybrid; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Join a dynamic fintech company that is revolutionizing payment solutions in the online retail sector. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in enhancing payment processing systems while working with cutting-edge technologies like PHP and Java. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant office environment in Berlin, where innovation meets stability. Enjoy flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values diversity. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly evolving industry and grow your career in a forward-thinking company.

Leistungen

Generous private pension scheme

Flexible working hours

Home office equipment

Dog-friendly office

Monthly free lunch

Language learning buddy program

Access to learning platforms

Corporate benefits platform

28 days of vacation

Participate in company-sponsored sports events

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in software engineering with backend development.
• Strong proficiency in PHP and Java, particularly with Laravel and Spring.

Aufgaben

• Develop and improve payment processing systems, ensuring scalability.
• Lead the transition from PHP to Java-based architecture for the CS platform.

Kenntnisse

PHP

Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Event-driven architecture

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Git

Docker

PostgreSQL

Spring/Spring Boot

Laravel

Jobbeschreibung

Your Mission

Ratepay is a dynamic and innovative fintech company dedicated to revolutionizing payment solutions in the online retail sector. We empower e-commerce businesses with flexible and secure payment options, allowing them to optimize their revenue streams. As a Senior Software Engineer (PHP/Java) at Ratepay, you will play a crucial role in our mission to streamline and enhance our payment processing systems.

You will be part of the Buyer Experience (BUX) product development team, responsible for direct communication with buyers via email, post, and web portals. This team also provides critical tools for our customer service center and merchant partners. BUX is the only product area at Ratepay that interacts directly with buyers, defining our external image with millions of monthly contacts. As such, we are the competence center for customer service, customer-facing solutions, and front-end technology.

We are looking for an experienced software engineer with strong expertise in PHP and Java, deep knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture, and a passion for delivering high-quality, scalable solutions. In this role, you will take full ownership of the software development lifecycle, from concept to deployment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Develop, operate, and continuously improve our products, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
2. Lead the refactoring of our Customer Service (CS) platform, transitioning from PHP to Java-based architecture.
3. Bring your expertise in PHP and Java to drive technical innovation and mentor fellow engineers.
4. Champion best practices in software development, ensuring clean, maintainable, and efficient code.
5. Foster a DevOps mindset and take ownership of solutions in an AWS environment ('you build it, you run it').
6. Design and implement new features and services, optimizing system performance and user experience.
7. Be a key knowledge carrier for PHP while actively supporting our shift to Java.
8. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to increase the technical excellence of our engineering culture.

That's What You Bring Along

1. 7+ years of experience in software engineering, with strong proficiency in backend development.
2. Professional experience in Java development, particularly with Spring/Spring Boot.
3. Professional experience in PHP development, particularly with Laravel.
4. Hands-on experience with Git, Docker, and PostgreSQL.
5. Strong conceptual knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture.
6. Experience with full software lifecycle development and a DevOps mindset.
7. Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to technical challenges.
8. Strong communication and collaboration skills, aligned with Ratepay’s values of ownership and teamwork.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. First experience in Kotlin would be a plus.
2. First experience with Kafka would be great.
3. Experience with JS frameworks like Vue.js would be beneficial.

That's How Working With Us Will Be

Stability & Innovation: Become part of a dynamic fintech company that is transforming the financial industry through innovation and technology.

• Work with a diverse and talented team committed to pushing boundaries and setting new standards.
• We are part of the NEXI Group, one of the biggest financial groups in Europe.

Culture & Social: Work with a diverse and talented team (we have 40+ nationalities!) committed to pushing boundaries and setting new standards.

• Collaborate at our brand-new office in the heart of Berlin: enjoy BBQs on our rooftop terrace and connect with colleagues over freshly brewed coffee from our barista coffee machine.
• Experience regular company and team events: monthly free lunch, summer party, all-hands meetings, guest speakers, conferences & events.
• Community Connect – get involved in one of our social projects, as part of our sustainability initiative.

Growth: Unlock endless opportunities for professional development and advancement as you drive fintech excellence.

• Buddy Program for language learning: improve your English or German through tandem sessions with your colleagues.
• Access to learning platforms, and if included in your P&D goals, you can attend additional training sessions.
• Personal Development Plans - your career progression is taken seriously with us.

Flexibility: We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working options to balance work and family life.

• We offer flexible working hours and hybrid working options to balance work and family life.
• Recharge your batteries by enjoying 28 days of vacation every year.
• Become a digital nomad: Work with Ratepay from any EU country for up to 1 month per year.
• Ratepay Community: Our office has a floor which is dog-friendly. So, bring your pawsome pet to work when needed.

Rewards: Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package that reflects your expertise and contributions.

• Generous private pension scheme - Ratepay matches 100% of your contribution up to 50 Euros per month.
• Flexible benefits - You have a monthly budget of 30 euros to choose between several benefits, for example, public transport subscription, grocery store vouchers, sports clubs, and many others.

Extra Benefits: We provide home office equipment, including screens and keyboards, to ensure you have the right setup when working from home.

• Access to a corporate benefits platform where employees can get great discounts and offers for a range of online shops and activities.
• Participate with your colleagues in company-sponsored sport events or attend one of our employee-organized fitness sessions.

Equal Opportunities & Diversity

We value our diversity and welcome everyone to our team. Regardless of ethnic and social background, religious beliefs, worldview, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental limitations, age, marital status, educational background, and nationality.