Job Description

The Role:

As our new Senior PHP Developer, you will embark a journey into the world of cutting-edge software engineering. You will be at the forefront of shaping the future of software development, making pivotal decisions that drive our processes forward, by leveraging tools like Kubernetes and Terraform in synergy with PHP, Go, Angular all nestled within the embrace of AWS. Our dedicated team will ensure that you are in sync with the latest technology stacks and workflows. From the inception of the daring projects to the triumphant realization, you will immerse yourself in the rewarding adventure of watching your visions come to life.

The main responsibilities of the position include:

• Develop and implement backend services using PHP 8+ and Laravel 9+, ensuring code quality, performance, and security.
• Utilise Kafka (or similar technologies) to design and implement event-driven systems for real-time data processing and communication between micro-services.
• Employ strong Git practices, such as trunk-based development, and implement CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable code deployment workflows.
• Optimise database performance and scalability using MySQL and Redis for caching and data storage.
• Work in close collaboration with frontend developers, designers, and product managers to deliver end-to-end features and enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend solutions for our platform.
• Provide mentorship, code reviews, and technical guidance to junior team members to ensure high coding standards and nurture their professional growth.

Main requirements:

• BSc/MSc in computer science or any other relevant degree.
• At least 4-5 years of experience in a similar position.
• Extensive experience in backend development using PHP 8+ and Laravel 9+, with a deep understanding of Laravel's advanced concepts such as service providers, Passport/Sanctum, Eloquent ORM, Queues, Scheduler, and more.
• Proven experience in building and maintaining backend services, ensuring scalability, fault tolerance, and efficient communication between services.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns and concepts such as dependency injection, KISS, DRY, and YAGNI.
• Experience with code quality tools like Psalm, PHPStan, and Laravel Pint.
• Experience in writing tests using PHPUnit or Pest, and appreciation for TDD.
• Strong familiarity with event-driven architectures and technologies like Kafka, gRPC, or similar messaging systems.
• Proficiency in VCS, particularly Git, and hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid understanding of relational databases, particularly MySQL and PostgreSQL, and caching mechanisms using Redis.

The following will be considered an advantage:

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of cloud technologies, ideally AWS, and infrastructure as code using tools like Terraform.
• Frontend skills in Angular or VueJS for effective collaboration with frontend teams.
• Knowledge of building responsive and visually appealing user interfaces.
• Experience in Go programming language for additional versatility in backend development.
• Experience with ClickHouse or similar columnar databases for optimized storage and analytical processing.
• Experience with tools such as NewRelic, Zabbix, and Sentry for monitoring infrastructure and tracking errors.

Benefit from:

• Attractive remuneration package plus performance related rewards.
• Intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Continuous personal development and international training opportunities.
• Attractive relocation package and support for a smooth relocation for you and your family.

Type of employment: Full time

All applications will be treated with strict confidentiality!

How to Apply

Please visit our website https://tinyurl.com/yc8amnxp to submit your online application for this position.

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XM

XM is a leading international FinTech company, committed to shaping the future of online trading through innovative solutions. Established in 2009, XM has grown exponentially with a global team of over 1400 employees around the world. Headquartered in Cyprus, XM also operates from offices in Greece, UK, UAE, USA, South Africa, and Uruguay. Guided by its core values, Big. Fair. Human., XM consistently ranks as a top-rated workplace, having received Platinum accreditation from Investors In People, alongside consistent recognition as one of the top Best Workplaces™. 

If you're a motivated and passionate professional eager to contribute and grow, we welcome you to explore our current job openings and apply to be part of a team where your potential can truly shine. www.xm.com/careers