Headhunter Digital

Senior Backend Developer, PHP, Laravel

Headhunter Digital

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Nürnberg • Germany

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Job Level

Senior

Tech Stack

LaravelMariaDBMySQLPHP

About the role

  • Responsibility for the development and maintenance of the central backend systems.
  • Work closely with frontend developers, development engineers and business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure and high-performance solutions.
  • Senior-level ownership of backend architecture and implementation: design, develop and optimize scalable backend services using PHP (Laravel).
  • Database management: develop, optimize and maintain MySQL/MariaDB databases, ensuring data integrity and performance.
  • API development & integration: create RESTful APIs and integrate third-party interfaces.
  • Real-time communication: implement and maintain WebSockets for real-time messaging and notifications.
  • System architecture & performance: design scalable architectures, optimize database queries and implement caching solutions.
  • Code quality & best practices: write clean, maintainable code following best practices and established design patterns.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a backend developer with strong knowledge of PHP (Laravel framework).
  • Experience with software architectures for high-traffic, multi-user applications.
  • Excellent knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB, including database design, query optimization and performance tuning.
  • Experience implementing WebSockets for real-time applications.
  • Solid understanding of API development, authentication protocols and web security best practices.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • Proficiency in German and English.
Benefits
  • Flexible working hours and the option to work remotely.
  • Attractive salary and additional benefits.
  • Regular training and opportunities to attend conferences.
  • Modern equipment and an ergonomic workplace.
  • Top-quality catering: breakfast, snacks and dinner are included at the Schindlerhof — maintained to the high culinary standards of a multi-award-winning hotel.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
PHPLaravelMySQLMariaDBRESTful APIsWebSocketsdatabase designquery optimizationperformance tuningcaching solutions
Soft Skills
problem-solvingcommunicationcollaborationadaptabilityownership