Company Overview
At SPACE44, we empower tech startups and innovative companies across the US and Europe by delivering top-tier software engineers and comprehensive HR solutions. Unlike traditional staffing agencies, we accelerate innovation by providing performant hiring pipelines, efficient onboarding processes, performance management, and administrative assistance as an end-to-end service. Our unique approach ensures precise integration and high team performance in full-remote, nearshore, and offshore settings.
We enhance your work-life balance by offering opportunities that align your personal and professional aspirations. Work remotely to seamlessly integrate your career with your lifestyle and bring everything into a flow. We offer you a dynamic and supportive environment where you can develop and grow. Join a forward-thinking team that values the joy of work, openness, and cross-cultural collaboration. At SPACE44, let’s shape the future of modern work together.
Who We Are Looking For?
We are in pursuit of a Senior PHP Developer who is passionate about crafting high-quality backend solutions and who finds joy in problem-solving and innovation. The ideal candidate will bring a seasoned perspicacity to our proprietary ERP system development efforts and will cherish the prospect of working in a collaborative, remote, and multicultural team.
If you have a deep-seated appreciation for performance and a yearning to lead in a technologically advancing environment, we encourage you to apply. You’ll contribute directly to building robust backend systems that serve real business needs at scale.
Key Responsibilities:
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Design and develop scalable backend logic using PHP and Symfony framework, focusing on performance, modularity, and maintainability
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Contribute to the evolution of a proprietary ERP platform, building complex business logic and workflow automation
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Develop and maintain Symfony-based applications with modern PHP practices and design patterns
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Utilize Git for source control and participate in regular code reviews and branching workflows
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Work with relational databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL) for structured data operations
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Build robust APIs and backend services that integrate with various business systems
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Ensure stability and resilience in backend services through proper testing and monitoring
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Contribute to the evolution of a proprietary ERP platform, integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) into system logic
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Support deploying and orchestrating LLMs using frameworks such as Hugging Face or LangChain
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Contribute to generative AI-based backend logic including summarization, code assistance, and content automation
Requirements:
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Minimum 6 years of backend development experience with strong PHP proficiency
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Demonstrated experience with Symfony framework in production applications
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Hands-on familiarity with version control systems like Git
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Proficiency in relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL
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Experience with generative AI tools like Gemini or GitHub Copilot
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Experience in asynchronous remote teams with high autonomy
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BSc in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
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Fluent in English; Europe-based for legal and logistical alignment
Nice to Have:
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Experience contributing to ERP platforms or complex backend business logic
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Demonstrated experience deploying and using LLMs (e.g., Hugging Face, LangChain) in backend applications
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Experience with prompt design and AI interaction optimization
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Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker
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Understanding of performance monitoring and optimization for AI-integrated services
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Interest in mentoring or helping shape backend integration strategies involving AI
Embark on your SPACE44 journey with a few simple steps:
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Hireflix Chat (20 min): Share how you work and what matters most to you
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HR Sync (45 min): Connect your experience with our goals
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Code Challenge: Complete a 1-2 hour coding session using PHP.
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Psychometric Insight: Take a 1-hour assessment exploring your strengths and working style
Benefits
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Flexible Work Schedule: Enjoy a non-linear workday designed to enhance productivity and maintain a harmonious work-life balance, with core hours for team collaboration.
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Professional Growth: Access advanced training opportunities in data science and machine learning to boost your career prospects.
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Innovative Projects and Tools: Engage in cutting-edge projects using the latest tools and technologies within a progressive remote work environment.
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Competitive Income: Receive a competitive income with regular performance reviews and potential raises every six months.
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Global Team Dynamics: Collaborate with a diverse, international team that values openness and teamwork.
