Senior Native PHP Developer
Job Summary
Job Description:
Company Description
We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.
At Merkle a dentsu company we power theexperienceeconomy. Whetherwerebuilding the next greatapp running CRM at scale for global brands delivering technology architectures that support millions ofusers or providing world-class data identity and insights solutionsitsall in the name of craftingexperiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed bydentsuslegacy of innovation andcreativity originating in Japanwevespent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty drive growth andconnect meaningfully with their audiences.
Wevebeen named a global Leader by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digitaltransformation and commerce experience designengineeringand technology integration digitalmarketing data scienceCRM andloyalty and customer data management.
Why choose Merkle
Innovation at Our Core:As part ofdentsusglobal network Merkle pushes the boundaries of customerexperience integrating creativity technology and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 yearswevebeen innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients.
Global Reach with Local Expertise:With over16000 employeesacross 30 countries and part of a70000employeesnetwork at dentsu Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of localmarkets to deliver personalized effective solutions.
Collaborative Culture:At Merkle your ideas and contributions truly matter.Youlljoin a team that fostersinnovation collaboration and creative problem-solving. Together we work on impactful internationalprojects making meaningful connections every step of the way.
We are looking for a Senior PHP Developer to strengthen our Open Source Solutions team!
Job Description:
Key responsibilities:
Work independently with a broader overview on the project;
Participate in communications with partners and clients when needed;
Understand and follow the release processes in the company;
Participates in requirements analysis development unit testing and documentation;
Write quality code to fit unique customer needs and configurations;
Troubleshoot and debugs (with some guidance from senior team members if needed);
Achieve better understanding of the company platform and processes and suggests improvements.
What we are looking for:
Academic background in IT or a related field or equivalent professional experience;
Minimum of 6 years of hands-on experience with PHP in production environments;
Extensive working knowledge of PHP versions 7.3 through 8.1 with a strong grasp of performance optimization and modern PHP practices;
Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) Design Patterns anti-patterns and SOLID principles with the ability to mentor others in these areas;
Proven experience working with relational database management systems (DBMS) including performance tuning and complex query design;
Proficient in using project and version control tools such as Atlassian suite Git or SVN in collaborative development environments;
Strong background in testing methodologies including unit integration and functional testing with experience in test automation frameworks;
Solid foundation in algorithms and distributed systems with the ability to design scalable and maintainable solutions;
Excellent command of English both written and spoken with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly.
Nice to have:
Experience with Ecom solutions such as Magento Prestashop CS-Cart xCartOR any PHP CMS as WordPress Drupal Joomla etc;
Knowledge in JavaScript (ES6)is a plus;
Experience with services/microservices oriented architecture ideally in an e-commerce scope;
Familiar with SCRUM methodology.
*Work visa sponsorship is not available.For local documentation (NIF NISS) please consult Portuguese authorities.
Additional Information
Benefits andperks:
25 vacation days
Enjoy 2additionalvolunteering days to support your passion project
Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental HealthFirst Aider and EmployeeAssisstanceprogram to support your well-being
Health insurance (also possible for family members)
Cutting Edge Technology & Latest IT tools
Software-house environment
Agile and Flexible working hours
Hybridworking:we combine flexibility with in-person collaboration with an expectation of 1 day per week/ 4 days per month in the office
Digital nomad policy
Focus on career development
Full access to Dentsu Academy our global online learning platform
Beers foosball and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard
Free breakfast every secondWednesdayof the month
Employee discounts
Team & Company events
Referral bonus program
*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 workplacefreefrom discrimination and harassment.
#LI-Hybrid #LI-MERKLE
Location:
LisbonBrand:
MerkleTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
PermanentRequired Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Dentsu is an integrated growth and transformation partner to the world’s leading organizations. Founded in 1901 in Tokyo, Japan, and now present in approximately 120 countries.