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# Senior PHP Software Engineer

- **Company:** Atolls
- **Location:** Berlin, Germany
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Software Documentation, Software Quality, Software Design Patterns, Elasticsearch, Laravel, PostgreSQL, Memcached, MongoDB, MySQL, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Redis, Web Application Frameworks, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Grafana, Database Optimization, Database Performance, Gitlab-ci, Graphql, Cloudwatch, Restful APIs, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** May 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=2425b14f1333edbb

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Unit testing?, We're looking for someone with scalable web applications and community platforms using PHP/Laravel experience, with expertise in high-performance APIs (GraphQL/REST), database optimization, and cross-team delivery of production-ready features, who is dedicated to creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation.

 * Technical Skills: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Redis, Memcache, OOP, design patterns, unit testing, TDD, GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, Composer, AWS, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI, CloudWatch, BugSnag, Atatus, Grafana.
 * Soft Skills: Collaboration, Problem-solving, Team communication, Continuous learning, Code documentation, Cross-functional alignment.
 * Language requirements: Fluent in English with excellent communication skills.

## Description

In this role, you will:

 * Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications and community platforms using PHP and the Laravel framework.
 * Design, implement, and optimize high-performance GraphQL and REST APIs to support our front-end applications and services.
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and front-end developers, to plan and deliver new features.
 * Manage database performance and scalability, working with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Elasticsearch.
 * Implement comprehensive unit tests and follow TDD principles to ensure code quality, reliability, and maintainability.
 * Optimize our CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Jenkins, and GitLab CI to ensure smooth and reliable deployments., We review every application with equal care and will reach out if your profile aligns. Apply now with your CV in English.
 * Portfolios, writing samples, or certifications may be requested based on the role.


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