Senior PHP Software Engineer

Atolls is the world’s largest community-driven shopping platform, active in 20+ markets. We help millions make smarter spending decisions across discovery, evaluation, and (re-)purchase by connecting people with the right brands and retailers. Our 1,000+ team across 10 countries builds products used every day at global scale, where you’ll have real ownership and see your impact.

Want to shape the destinations people rely on to shop with confidence? Keep reading.

About This Role

: We are looking for a Senior PHP Software Engineer to join our Engineering team in Berlin . In this role, you will build and scale the core web applications and community platforms that help users discover, discuss, and decide on the best deals. You will work on high-traffic systems where performance, reliability, and clean backend architecture matter, contributing to platforms used by large shopping communities across Atolls.

Benefits

: At Atolls, we believe in nurturing both your professional and personal growth. Here’s what you can expect: A culture that values personal and professional development, with internal mobility opportunities. A supportive and open-minded team that embraces diverse perspectives and innovative ideas.

32 days of paid vacation plus your birthday off, giving you the time you need to recharge. A flexible hybrid working scheme to balance work and life. Access to a learning budget and internal training to help you grow in your role.

Mental health coaching to support your well-being. Regular global and local get-togethers to celebrate successes and build connections. The possibility of taking a sabbatical after three years with the company.

A cloud-based company setup, providing flexibility and collaboration opportunities no matter where you are.

that apply to all employees, with additional local

Perks

based on your location.

Responsibilities

: In this role, you will: Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications and community platforms using PHP and the Laravel framework. Design, implement, and optimize high-performance GraphQL and REST APIs to support our front-end applications and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and front-end developers, to plan and deliver new features.

Manage database performance and scalability, working with MySQL, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL databases like MongoDB and Elasticsearch. Implement comprehensive unit tests and follow TDD principles to ensure code quality, reliability, and maintainability. Optimize our CI/CD pipelines using Docker, Jenkins, and GitLab CI to ensure smooth and reliable deployments.

Your Profile: We’re looking for someone with scalable web applications and community platforms using PHP/Laravel experience, with expertise in high-performance APIs (GraphQL/REST), database optimization, and cross-team delivery of production-ready features, who is dedicated to creating exceptional user experiences and driving innovation. Technical Skills: PHP, Laravel, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch, MongoDB, Redis, Memcache, OOP, design patterns, unit testing, TDD, GraphQL APIs, REST APIs, Composer, AWS, Docker, Jenkins, GitLab CI, CloudWatch, BugSnag, Atatus, Grafana. Soft Skills: Collaboration, Problem-solving, Team communication, Continuous learning, Code documentation, Cross-functional alignment.

Requirements

: Fluent in English with excellent communication skills. Our hiring process : TA Call : Meet one of our Talent Experts and get to know Atolls better. Technical Round : Focus on the technical aspects of the role (Through a Live Case) , and meet your potential manager.

Final Round : Meet other Atollians 🏝️ It varies from 1 to 3 interviews *Some processes might slightly change according to needs Ready to apply? Be part of a destination where your work helps millions of people make better decisions every day. One focused application is all we need.