Junior PHP Developer

Germany's top comparison corporation seeks a Junior PHP Developer for their Cologne office's. Emphasizing speed, agility, and career growth, the company prioritizes optimal customer experiences through collaborative efforts in software development, product management, and customer service. Tech stacks include PHP, MySQL, OOP principles, Redis, Elasticsearch, and PHP frameworks.

Office: Cologne​

• Advancing and maintaining the overall architecture, encompassing frontend, backend, databases, caches, etc. (comparison mask, comparison result, final route, REST API).
• Optimizing and scaling the system within a service-oriented architecture to enhance performance, speed, and stability.
• Extending the automated release process (continuous integration) and bolstering quality assurance (unit testing).

• Initial experience in backend development for websites and applications, including APIs.
• Proficiency in PHP, MySQL, and OOP.
• Understanding of database and caching systems like MySQL, Redis, and ElasticSearch.
• Familiarity with software design techniques, test-driven development, and distributed architecture.
• Strong quality awareness, problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently.
• Fluent in English or German.

• A flexible working time model, with three days per week in the office and two days with the option of remote work.
• Individual development and training programs to support professional growth. Regular feedback sessions help recognize and nurture strengths and potential.
• Permanent contracts with competitive, performance-based salary packages, annual bonuses, vouchers for various products, subsidized company pension scheme, fitness memberships, subsidized bicycle leasing, and free job tickets for train travel.
• Agile work in small teams fosters independence and a strong team spirit. Quick decision-making processes are encouraged.
• Ergonomic workstations with modern equipment, including laptops, additional screens, and height-adjustable tables, are provided from day one.
• Modern office space centrally located with a variety of beverages, a muesli bar, fresh fruit, and a free weekly lunch. Additionally, they host numerous events for networking and celebration.