> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/373968-senior-php-engineer-scayle-payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/373968-senior-php-engineer-scayle-payments). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior PHP Engineer - SCAYLE Payments - **Company:** SCAYLE Payments GmbH - **Location:** Hamburg, Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** PHP (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Cloud Computing, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Distributed Systems, PostgreSQL, Enterprise Messaging Systems, RabbitMQ, Redis, Data Storage Technologies, Test-Driven Development (TDD), Containerization, Kubernetes, Apache Kafka, Amazon Simple Queue Service (SQS), Microservices - **Published:** June 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9d23f9566fca3f69 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Windows?, * 6+ years of backend engineering experience, with strong expertise in PHP * Proven track record of designing and scaling distributed systems in production environmentsDeep experience with APIs, data storage solutions (PostgreSQL, Redis), and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS) * Strong understanding of cloud-native systems and infrastructure (e.g. Kubernetes, containerized environments) * Solid architectural knowledge (microservices, event-driven, hexagonal) and ability to apply it pragmatically * High ownership mindset with the ability to lead, mentor, and influence technical direction ## Description * Own the design and delivery of scalable backend systems across the payment lifecycle (PHP 8.3) * Drive architectural decisions and evolve systems towards scalable, event-driven and distributed designs * Lead complex technical initiatives end-to-end, from discovery to production and iteration * Champion engineering excellence through TDD, CI/CD, and continuous delivery practicesMentor and support other engineers through pairing, feedback, and knowledge sharing * Proactively identify and address system, process, and scalability challenges, We take it as our responsibility to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, exactly as they are. Different backgrounds and perspectives make us stronger and shape our culture in ways that matter. What we stand for internally, we stand for as a brand: acceptance, inclusion, and a fairer approach to fashion. ## Related Videos - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [Beyond Kafka & RabbitMQ: Why NATS is the Future of Microservices Messaging](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1646-beyond-kafka-rabbitmq-why-nats-is-the-future-of-microservices-messaging) - [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) - [Migrating half a million users to a new payment service provider](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/730-migrating-half-a-million-users-to-a-new-payment-service-provider) - [Goodbye Microservices, Hello Self-Contained Systems](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100009-goodbye-microservices-hello-self-contained-systems) - [Developing ASP.NET Core Microservices with Dapr: A practical guide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1528-developing-asp-net-core-microservices-with-dapr-a-practical-guide) ## Related Articles - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Fullstack developer salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/197-fullstack-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)