Developer PHP - Responso

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobgether is seeking a skilled backend engineer to design, implement, and optimize scalable PHP/Symfony applications, build REST APIs, and integrate with e-commerce platforms.

You will work remotely with a global team on data-intensive systems using Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ, uphold code quality, participate in reviews, and help drive product growth through robust architecture.

Qualifications

• Proficient in PHP 7.4 and 8.2 with OOP, PSR and DI.
• Hands-on Symfony 4.x and 6.x development.
• Experience with Elasticsearch, Doctrine and RabbitMQ for data-intensive apps.
• Experience building and integrating REST APIs with external services.
• Write clean, maintainable, well-tested code.
• Proficient with Git in collaborative workflows.
• Strong analytical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work remotely with a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain backend applications with PHP and Symfony for scalable solutions.
• Build and integrate REST APIs and external marketplace integrations.
• Work with data-intensive systems using Elasticsearch, Doctrine, and RabbitMQ.
• Maintain code quality with OOP, PSR standards, and dependency injection.
• Collaborate with the team and founders on architectural improvements.
• Participate in code reviews and testing; write tests and use static analysis.
• Optimize integrations and improve API reliability with external services.
• Contribute to product innovation in ML-powered data processing for ecommerce.
• Continuously improve development practices and processes for long-term growth.

Skills

PHP

Symfony

REST APIs

Git

Problem-solving

Autonomy

Communication

Remote collaboration

Tools

Elasticsearch

Doctrine

RabbitMQ

Git

Job description

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.