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# Backend Developer with PHP and Symfony -NL Based

- **Company:** Independent Recruiters
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands
- **Salary:** €5,833.0 - €6,667.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), MySQL, Symfony, Google Cloud, Database Optimization, Backend, Containerization, Kubernetes, Restful APIs, Docker, Microservices
- **Published:** July 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.nl/details/5525542179

## About the Role

* Strong knowledge of PHP, Symfony;
 * Strong knowledge and experience of Python;
 * AI and machine learning knowledge is a plus;
 * Strong knowledge of MySQL and database optimization;
 * Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture;
 * Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud);
 * Familiarity with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes);
 * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps best practices.

## Description

A company that develops a platform for hiring remote professionals is looking for a PHP developer who will play a key role in maintaining the system and developing new features!
Beschrijving

 * Maintain and improve the existing PHP Symfony platform.
 * Develop new features and functionalities for the platform.
 * Ensure the platform is scalable, reliable, and secure.
 * Write and maintain technical documentation for the platform.
 * Continuously improve the platform's performance and user experience.


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