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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Back-end Engineer - PHP, Node.js - **Company:** Jobgether - **Location:** Germany (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Unit Testing, Software Quality, Code Review, Databases, Continuous Integration, Command-Query Responsibility Segregation (Software Development), Software Debugging, Distributed Systems, Laravel, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, Pair Programming, Performance Tuning, Redis, Software Engineering, Symfony, Test-Driven Development (TDD), GitHub Copilot, Large Language Models, Technical Debt, Backend, Kubernetes, Domain Driven Design, Code Restructuring, Doctrine (orm), Docker - **Published:** September 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.adzuna.de/details/5890866301 ## About the Role * 5+ years of professional backend software development experience with strong proficiency in PHP or Node.js and a willingness to learn and work with the other technology. * Strong experience designing and developing high-load systems, distributed architectures, Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and CQRS. * Solid understanding of software engineering principles and best practices, including SOLID, Test-Driven Development (TDD), CI/CD, and Agile methodologies. * Hands-on experience with backend technologies such as PHP 8.1+, Symfony, Laravel, Yii2, Doctrine, or comparable frameworks and libraries. * Experience working with databases and infrastructure technologies such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, AWS, Kubernetes, and Docker. * Strong debugging, testing, performance optimization, and problem-solving skills. * Product-minded approach, with the ability to prioritize technical work according to business value and user impact rather than technical preference alone. * Strong sense of ownership, initiative, and accountability, with the ability to work independently in a fast-changing environment. * Good spoken and written English communication skills. * Practical experience using LLMs and coding assistants such as Claude or GitHub Copilot to improve development workflows is expected. * Strong collaboration skills and willingness to contribute through code reviews, pair programming, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional teamwork. ## Description This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Back-end Engineer - PHP, Node.js based in Germany., As a Senior Back-end Engineer, you'll help build reliable, scalable systems that power commerce solutions used at global scale. You'll join a collaborative engineering environment where product thinking is just as important as technical excellence. The role combines hands-on backend development with architectural decision-making, performance optimization, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with Product Managers and other stakeholders to turn business needs into impactful technical solutions. With strong ownership over your initiatives, you'll have the freedom to challenge requirements, prioritize effectively, and influence how solutions are designed and delivered. You'll also contribute to engineering culture through code reviews, testing, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. This is a fully remote opportunity within EMEA for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems and working in an evolving environment. Accountabilities * Design, develop, test, and ship high-quality backend solutions that are scalable, reliable, maintainable, and aligned with product goals. * Work primarily with PHP or Node.js while developing the flexibility and expertise to contribute across both backend ecosystems. * Design and improve high-load architectures using distributed systems principles, Domain-Driven Design, CQRS, and modern software engineering practices. * Collaborate closely with Product Managers, stakeholders, and fellow engineers to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions. * Take end-to-end ownership of technical initiatives, from solution design and prioritization through implementation, testing, deployment, and continuous improvement. * Identify technical debt, performance bottlenecks, bugs, and opportunities for platform improvements, prioritizing work according to business and user impact. * Contribute to engineering quality through code reviews, refactoring, unit testing, pair programming, and continuous integration and deployment. * Troubleshoot complex issues, optimize application performance, and help maintain reliable production systems. * Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions, technical discussions, and mentoring opportunities while continuously improving engineering practices. * Use AI-assisted development tools and LLMs effectively for architectural exploration, implementation, testing, debugging, documentation, and code quality. ## Related Videos - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [MySQL Protocol Features You Should Be Aware Of](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100267-mysql-protocol-features-you-should-be-aware-of) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Meet Your New BFF: Backend to Frontend without the Duct Tape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/682-meet-your-new-bff-backend-to-frontend-without-the-duct-tape) - [Accelerating Authentication Architecture: Taking Passwordless to the Next Level](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/733-accelerating-authentication-architecture-taking-passwordless-to-the-next-level) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [Where To Find Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/396-where-to-find-software-engineering-jobs)