Backend Software Engineer (PHP/Symfony)

Skylum allows millions of photographers to make incredible images faster. Our award-winning software automates photo editing with the power of AI yet leaves all the creative control in the hands of the artist.
Join us on our mission to make photo editing enjoyable, easy, and accessible to anyone. You’ll be developing products with innovative technologies, providing value and inspiration for customers, and getting inspired in return.
 

Thanks to our incredible team of experts, we’ve built a collaborative space where you can constantly develop and grow in a supportive way. At the same time, we believe in the freedom to be creative. Our work schedule is flexible, and we trust you to give your best while we provide you with everything you need to make work hassle-free. Skylum is proud to be a Ukrainian company, and we stand with Ukraine not only with words but with actions. We regularly donate to various organizations to help speed up the Ukrainian victory.

Requirements:

• Design and develop scalable backend services using PHP 7 / 8.
• Strong understanding of OOP concepts, design patterns, clean code principles,
• Extensive experience in MySQL, with expertise in database design, query optimization, and indexing.
• Experience of work with NoSQL databases (e.g., Redis).
• Proven experience working on high-load projects
• Understanding of ETL processes and data integration
• Experience of work with ClickHouse
• Strong experience with API development
• Strong knowledge of Symfony 6+, yii2
• Experience with RabbitMQ

Nice to Have:

• AWS services
• Payment API (Stripe, SolidGate etc.)
• Docker, GitLab CI
• Python

Responsibilities:

• Data Integration & ETL: Developed and maintained robust ETL pipelines using PHP to process and integrate data from diverse sources.
• API Development: Built and managed secure RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless data exchange between internal and external systems.
• Database Management: Optimized databases and data lakes, including schema design, complex query writing, and performance tuning.
• Data Quality: Implemented data validation and error-handling mechanisms to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with data analysts and business teams to gather requirements and support data-driven initiatives.

What we offer:

For personal growth:

• A chance to work with a strong team and a unique opportunity to make substantial contributions to our award-winning photo editing tools;
• An educational allowance to ensure that your skills stay sharp;
• English and German classes to strengthen your capabilities and widen your knowledge.

For comfort:

• A great environment where you’ll work with true professionals and amazing colleagues whom you’ll call friends quickly;
• The choice of working remotely or in our office space located on Podil, equipped with everything you might need for productive and comfortable work.

For health:

• Medical insurance;
• Twenty-one days of paid sick leave per year;
• Healthy fruit snacks full of vitamins to keep you energized

For leisure:

• Twenty-one days of paid vacation per year;
• Fun times at our frequent team-building activities.