via ats_lever · 11 June 2026 ·2 days ago

Lead PHP Developer

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UK Full-time
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Accountabilities

  • Design, develop, test, document, deploy, and maintain high-quality backend software solutions from concept through production.

  • Enhance and optimize existing APIs, backend services, and platform functionality to improve performance, scalability, and reliability.

  • Integrate third-party platforms and services, including payment providers, gateways, verification tools, monitoring systems, and reporting solutions.

  • Build and maintain secure, resilient, and high-performing applications that support business-critical financial operations.

  • Develop and execute testing strategies, including integration testing and quality assurance processes for new features and releases.

  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex software issues while implementing preventive improvements.

  • Create and maintain technical documentation, architectural specifications, and development standards.

  • Provide production support and ensure the stability and availability of deployed solutions.

  • Collaborate closely with frontend developers, engineers, and stakeholders to deliver robust and efficient software solutions.

  • Contribute to architectural decisions, process improvements, and engineering best practices across the development lifecycle.

Requirements
  • Extensive professional experience in PHP development, including the design and maintenance of large-scale web applications and backend systems.

  • Deep expertise in object-oriented programming principles and software engineering best practices.

  • Strong hands-on experience with Symfony, including RESTful API design and implementation using Symfony components and Doctrine ORM.

  • Advanced knowledge of PostgreSQL, database design, normalization principles, performance optimization, indexing strategies, and complex query tuning.

  • Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, scalability challenges, and enterprise-level application design.

  • Expertise in SOLID, GRASP, and design pattern implementation across complex software environments.

  • Experience applying Domain-Driven Design (DDD) concepts, including bounded contexts, domain services, and domain events.

  • Advanced understanding of CQRS architecture, asynchronous processing, and data synchronization strategies.

  • Experience designing and implementing Event Sourcing architectures for scalable and distributed systems.

  • Strong knowledge of microservices architecture, deployment processes, monitoring, logging, and configuration management.

  • Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, containerized environments, and cloud-native deployment practices.

  • Advanced proficiency with automated testing frameworks such as PHPUnit, Codeception, Behat, or similar tools.

  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools such as Jenkins, including advanced configuration and automation capabilities.

  • Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex technical challenges.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in distributed and cross-functional teams.

  • Curiosity, innovation mindset, and a passion for continuously improving products, processes, and engineering practices.
Benefits
  • Competitive compensation package aligned with experience and expertise.

  • Fully remote work environment with flexible working hours within the Central European Time zone.

  • Opportunity to work from a wide range of European locations.

  • 19 business days of flexible paid time off annually.

  • Collaborative, supportive, and values-driven company culture.

  • Exposure to cutting-edge fintech technologies and large-scale payment ecosystems.

  • Opportunities to attend industry conferences, professional events, and community initiatives as both a participant and contributor.

  • Modern organizational structure designed to encourage transparency, efficiency, and streamlined communication.

  • Significant technical ownership and influence over product development and architecture decisions.

  • Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities within a rapidly evolving industry.

  • International team environment with diverse perspectives and expertise.

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