Senior Software Engineer (PHP, Language Agnostic, OOP)

Xcede Group; Leipzig; Remote; EUR 60.000 - 80.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading fintech company is looking for an experienced full stack developer to design and build scalable digital lending solutions. You will work in an agile environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful software while enjoying remote flexibility and a supportive culture focused on growth.

Leistungen

Remote-first flexibility with collaboration days

Annual development budget

Subsidised fitness memberships

30 days of vacation

Pension plan subsidies

Qualifikationen

• Strong understanding of software design principles and performance optimisation.
• Hands-on experience with containerized deployments and CI/CD workflows.
• Fluency in English; German is a plus.

Aufgaben

• Designing and building backend services in PHP 8 using Symfony.
• Creating automated testing with PHPUnit, Cypress, or vitest.
• Participating in code reviews and cross-team collaboration.

Kenntnisse

Software design principles

Performance optimisation

Testing best practices

Version control (Git)

Collaboration skills

Clear communication

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

PHP

Symfony

Kafka

Jobbeschreibung

We're looking for an experienced full stack developer to join one of our cross-functional product teams. You’ll help shape, build, and scale the next generation of digital lending solutions—collaborating with engineers, product owners, and stakeholders to deliver clean, well-architected software that makes a real impact.

You’ll work in an agile environment, where autonomy, collaboration, and technical excellence are valued. If you enjoy solving complex problems, working with modern technologies, and owning your contributions from idea to deployment, this could be your next move.

What you’ll be doing :

• Designing and building backend services in PHP 8 using Symfony, with a focus on clean architecture and maintainability
• Creating end-to-end functionality, including automated testing with PHPUnit, Cypress, or vitest
• Building scalable, event-driven services using Kafka in a service-oriented architecture
• Shipping features through CI / CD pipelines to Kubernetes clusters, with support from our DevOps team
• Participating in code reviews, pair programming, and cross-team collaboration
• Working closely with product owners to deliver value with each iteration
• Attending monthly team days in Düsseldorf or Berlin, while working remotely the rest of the time

What we’re looking for :

• A strong understanding of software design principles, performance optimisation, and testing best practices
• Hands-on experience with containerized deployments (Kubernetes, Docker) and CI / CD workflows
• Familiarity with event-driven systems and message brokers such as Kafka
• A user-centric mindset and interest in building products that solve real-world problems
• Strong version control habits (Git) and collaborative coding style
• Bonus : experience with mobile app development or Salesforce
• Clear communication skills and fluency in English (German is a plus)

What we offer :

• Remote-first flexibility with monthly in-office collaboration days
• A modern stack and engineering culture that supports continuous learning
• Freedom to contribute ideas, take ownership, and shape technical direction
• Annual development budget to support your personal and professional growth
• Ergonomic workspaces and subsidised fitness memberships
• Mobility support (train ticket or parking)
• 30 days of vacation and pension plan subsidies
• Team events and a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone can thrive

About us : We’re one of Europe’s leading fintechs, rethinking how credit works. Our platform connects borrowers with private and institutional investors—enabling access to finance in a smarter, more efficient way. With offices in Düsseldorf, Budapest, Dublin, and Málaga, we combine startup energy with grown-up stability.

At our core, we value ownership, simplicity, and collaboration. We believe great software is built by empowered teams who care about the people using it. We’re committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need accommodations or adjustments during the application process, just let us know.

Ready to join a team where your skills make a real impact? We’d love to hear from you.