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# Backend Developer

- **Company:** Funxtion
- **Location:** Amsterdam, Netherlands (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Software Architecture, Symfony, Caching, Backend, Api Design, Domain Driven Design, Docker
- **Published:** September 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-backend-developer-symfony-ddd-funxtion-8375826

## About the Role

* 5+ years of backend development experience, ideally with a strong focus on Symfony and PHP.
 * Proven track record implementing DDD in real-world systems.
 * Deep understanding of API design and backend architecture.
 * Experience working with or maintaining a custom CMS.
 * Solid grasp of relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL), ORMs, and caching strategies.
 * A collaborative, proactive mindset - you enjoy working with others to solve big problems.
 * Comfortable working in a hybrid setup (our office is in Amsterdam)

Bonus Points For

 * Experience with Docker, CI/CD, or cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, etc.)
 * Knowledge of fitness tech, media streaming, or content-heavy platforms.

## Description

We're looking for a Senior Backend Developer to help evolve the heart of our digital fitness platform. You'll play a key role in architecting and building out backend services that deliver rich media, content, and user experiences - all powered by our custom CMS and Symfony-based platform. If you're passionate about Domain-Driven Design, API development, and building systems that scale, we'd love to meet you.


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