php backend team leader

Our client is seeking a PHP Backend Team Leader to lead, mentor, and evolve their PHP
development team. You will be responsible for designing scalable backend solutions,
ensuring high-quality deliverables, and fostering a culture of technical excellence. This role
includes technical leadership, hands-on development, and a commitment to continuous
improvement.

About Them

At our client’s, they drive digital transformation through scalable, high-performance cloud-based solutions. They are passionate about software engineering, fostering team collaboration, and building long-term partnerships through trust and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead a Software Engineers Scrum Team: Manage, guide, and mentor a scrum team.
• Solution Design: Design robust, scalable backend solutions for enterprise-grade
applications.
• Code Quality & Performance: Conduct code reviews, enforce best practices, and ensure
performance optimization.
• Mentorship & Growth: Provide technical coaching to team members, promoting career
development and skill-building.
• Project Planning & Delivery: Contribute to successful planning, estimation, and
execution.

Required Skills
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 5+ years of backend development experience in PHP.
• Proven experience with PHP Symfony Framework or similar.
• Experience working with Relational Databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL.
• Strong coding, debugging, and problem-solving skills.
• Apply Code Reviews & Standards, showing the ability to enforce best practices and
maintain high-quality code.
• Demonstrated communication and leadership skills.

Desired Skills
• Fullstack understanding, familiarity with Java (Spring Boot) and/or JS frameworks
(React, Vue.js, or Angular).
• Experience with automated build tools with PHP Composer and automated build
pipelines.
• Experience with testing tools such as JMeter, Selenium, Spock.
• Integration & API Development, knowledge of REST, GraphQL, and API Gateway
integration.

What You Can Expect
At our client’s company, you’ll work on projects that have a tangible business impact. They offer a
stimulating environment where innovation and knowledge sharing are highly valued. You
will be part of a talented and motivated team, working with cutting-edge technologies and
tools. Their mature software development processes and effective team collaboration ensure
continuous technical growth and success.
Our client is committed to continuous improvement and innovation. Their teams meet regularly
to discuss emerging trends and technologies, ensuring they stay at the forefront of the tech
world. They take ownership of evolving their tech stack to remain competitive and innovative,
continuously refining their tools and processes to meet future demands.
Our client operates in a hybrid work environment with their offices located near the Megaro Mousikis metro station. Their team follows Agile Scrum methodologies, utilizing the Spotify model with biweekly sprints.

If you are passionate about designing scalable backend solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables and working in a dynamic, supportive environment, we encourage you to apply.