As the Lead Backend PHP Developer, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining high-quality web applications and solutions. You will be responsible for leading backend development projects, ensuring the robustness and scalability of our digital products, and driving our team of developers in our Eastern Europe development factory. Your leadership will be crucial in fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working closely on a daily basis with the Technical Director, your direct manager, to align on technical strategies and project goals.

• Leading the development and maintenance of backend systems using PHP, with a strong focus on Drupal.

• Designing and implementing robust, scalable, and secure backend solutions for various digital projects.

• Collaborating with front-end developers, UX&UI designers, and other stakeholders to deliver seamless and integrated digital experiences.

• Conducting code reviews, providing constructive feedback, and ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.

• Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues, ensuring optimal performance and reliability of web applications.

• Staying up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices to continuously improve our development processes.

• Participating in project planning, estimation, and risk management activities.

• Mentoring and guiding junior developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement, as needed.

• A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in backend development with PHP, including significant experience with Drupal.

• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.

• Proven experience in developing and maintaining complex web applications and APIs.

• Proficiency in database design and management, particularly with MySQL or PostgreSQL.

• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development workflows.

• Experience with modern development tools and frameworks, such as Symfony or Laravel, is well appreciated.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Knowledge of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and their integration with backend systems.

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and DevOps practices is super appreciated.

• Fluency in English; knowledge of French or other languages is an advantage.