Senior PHP Developer

Job description:

Key responsibilities:

Participate in the entire software development cycle, including requirements analysis, design and development, unit testing, and documentation

Take responsibility for the long-term reusability and stability of code

Proactively identify security, usability, and other issues, and formulate strategies to resolve them

Work independently, without guidance, while maintaining a broader overview of the project

Take ownership of delivering complex application features and resolving key technical issues related to the assigned project

Follow the estimation process and provide accurate personal estimates

Develop required software features, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery

Deliver training and participate in knowledge sharing

Mentor new software engineers on the team

Integrate new technologies and follow the company’s release processes

What we are looking for:

6+ years of experience with PHP

Academic background in IT or equivalent

Strong working experience and knowledge of PHP versions 7.3 to 8.1

Clear understanding of OOP, design patterns and anti-patterns, and SOLID principles

Working experience with relational database management systems

Good understanding of project tools such as Atlassian products or Git/SVN

Experience across testing layers, including unit, integration, and functional testing

Knowledge of algorithms and distributed systems

Proficiency in English

Nice to have:

Experience with e-commerce solutions such as Magento, PrestaShop, CS-Cart, or X-Cart, or with PHP CMS platforms such as WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla

Knowledge of JavaScript (ES6)

Experience with service- or microservices-oriented architecture, ideally in an e-commerce context

Familiarity with Scrum methodology

Your benefits:

🌴 Vacation: 25 vacation days

🤝 Social Impact: Enjoy 2 additional volunteering days to support your passion project

💖 Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health First Aider and Employee Assistance program to support your well-being

🏥 Health insurance (also possible for family members)

🖥️ Cutting-edge technology and latest IT tools

⏳ Agile and flexible working hours

⏰ Hybrid working: We combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week / 4 days per month in the office

🌍 Hybrid work system (remote friendly)

✈️ Digital nomad policy

🚀 Focus on career development

🎓 Academy: Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform

🍻 Beers, foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard

🥐 Free breakfast every second Tuesday of the month

🛍️ Employee discounts

🎉 Team and company events

💸 Referral bonus program

How to Apply

Ready to join the team? Shape your unique career and reach your full potential. Apply now and join us in transforming the future together.

Please note that work visa sponsorship is not available. For local documentation (NIF, NISS), please consult Portuguese authorities.

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

#LI-MERKLE

Location:

Lisbon

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent