Backend PHP Developer – Symfony & Remote-First Development

CapsLock is looking for an outstanding Backend PHP Developer with solid technical skills to support current projects and help create new ones.

CapsLock builds IT marketing solutions for large partners from North America, creating a marketing platform designed to deliver high-quality services across different industries.

Role overview:

As a Backend PHP Developer, you will be involved in a wide range of development practices, from high-level design to software implementation.

You will join an experienced IT team with a strong development background, where you can improve your skills and share your knowledge.

Responsibilities:

• Research, design, implement and manage software programs;
• Test and evaluate new programs;
• Identify areas for modification in existing programs and develop improvements;
• Produce clean and efficient code based on specifications;
• Integrate software components and third-party programs;
• Determine operational practicality;
• Develop quality assurance procedures;
• Deploy software tools, processes and metrics;
• Maintain and upgrade existing systems;
• Verify and deploy programs and systems;
• Recommend and execute improvements;
• Create technical documentation for reference and reporting;
• Work closely with developers, designers, business analysts and systems analysts to achieve the best result.

Skills and background:

• 3+ years of professional development experience in PHP;
• Solid knowledge of OOP, design patterns and layered architecture;
• Proficiency in writing PHP code, version 7.4 or higher;
• Expertise in the Symfony PHP framework;
• Strong experience in SQL with MySQL and PostgreSQL;
• Experience designing software architecture;
• Comfortable working with Git in Git-based workflows;
• Conversational English level;
• Strong communication skills, mainly written, in a remote work environment.

Nice to have:

• Proactive approach to problem-solving;
• Positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit;
• Frontend development experience;
• Experience with TDD and DDD;
• Familiarity with Docker, *nix systems and shell scripting.

Benefits:

• Remote-first work model, allowing you to choose where you feel most productive and comfortable;
• Paid time off for rest, personal time and work-life balance;
• Support for ongoing learning through workshops, online courses, conferences and certifications;
• Home office support, including coverage for equipment and furniture expenses;
• Physical well-being support, including options such as gym memberships, yoga classes, home workout equipment or a bicycle;
• Unlimited sick days;
• Medical coverage support for you and your family, including reimbursement for medical insurance and health-related expenses;
• Dental care and psychological support;
• Full coverage of co-working space costs when needed;
• Team activities, including gaming nights, fitness challenges and annual retreats.