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GRADION

Senior Backend Engineer, NodeJS

GRADION

Backend Engineer specializing in Node.js and PHP at Gradion, driving digital innovation for businesses. Collaborate on a migration roadmap and develop scalable API solutions.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeCairo • 🇪🇬 EgyptSeniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in PHP and Symfony for backend service development, with a strong understanding of Node.js and relational databases. Capable of designing robust APIs and optimizing system performance while collaborating effectively in a remote, cross-functional team environment.

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PHP ExpertiseNode.js ExperienceDatabase ManagementAPI DesignModern DevOps Tools

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Hard Skills
PHPSymfonyNode.jsPostgreSQLMySQLRESTful API DesignDatabase ManagementCode QualitySystem OptimizationTroubleshooting
Soft Skills
AdaptabilityCollaborationRemote Work ChampionEffective Communication
Tools & Technologies
GitDockerCI/CD Pipelines

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
DockerJavaScriptMySQLNode.jsPHPPostgresSymfony

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Feature Development & Maintenance: Design, build, and maintain high-quality backend services and APIs using PHP (Symfony).
  • Support the Migration Roadmap: Actively contribute to migrating legacy PHP services over to Node.js, collaborating closely with the team’s dedicated Node.js engineer.
  • Code Quality & Architecture: Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code. Participate in code reviews to ensure high technical standards across both stacks.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work within a distributed, international team of developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver impactful features.
  • System Optimization: Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend performance and database queries to ensure scalability.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • PHP Expertise: Professional experience with PHP, specifically using the Symfony framework.
  • Node.js Experience: Working knowledge of Node.js. You don't need to lead the migration, but you must be strong enough to pick up tickets, write backend logic, and contribute to the Node.js codebase.
  • Database Management: Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and understanding of data modeling.
  • API Design: Experience designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs.
  • Modern DevOps Tools: Familiarity with Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Good English: You will be collaborating daily in English with a global team.
  • Adaptability: A transition mindset - someone who is comfortable bridging the gap between two different backend ecosystems.
  • Remote Work Champion: Proven ability to work autonomously and effectively within a distributed, asynchronous team environment.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Setup: laptop and full workstation.
  • Health: Comprehensive family health insurance and life insurance.
  • Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements and a culture of ownership.
  • Rewards: Competitive salary based on seniority + milestone bonuses (marriage, childbirth, etc.).