Remote (Senior) Full Stack Backend Engineer (all genders)

Description:

• At AlfaDocs, we are on a mission to transform healthcare by streamlining practice management and patient relationships through our software platform.
• Our all-in-one, cloud-based solution allows healthcare professionals to focus more on care and less on administration.
• We pride ourselves on delivering high-performance solutions while fostering a collaborative and respectful environment where everyone’s contributions are valued.
• As a (Senior) Full Stack Backend Engineer (all genders), you will be responsible for secure, scalable feature development, owning the backend, shaping architecture, and mentoring the team.
• You will lead end-to-end feature development from concept to deployment, focusing on security and scalability.
• You will drive architectural decisions to ensure compliance with healthcare industry standards and long-term system sustainability.
• You will work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure technical solutions support business objectives.
• You will support junior developers through mentorship, fostering a culture of learning and innovation.
• You will implement automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines to maintain high code quality.
• You will contribute to planning by evaluating technical feasibility, estimating timelines, and identifying resource needs.
• You will stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve product and process efficiency.
• You will promote a positive team atmosphere with humor and optimism, helping maintain morale and collaboration during high-pressure periods.

Requirements:

• You must have a minimum of 6 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role.
• You should have extensive experience with Symfony, including deep knowledge of Doctrine ORM and key Symfony components (e.g., Security, Event Dispatchers).
• You need an advanced understanding and practical experience with Domain-Driven Design (DDD) principles.
• You should be aware of security best practices for frontend and backend development, particularly when handling sensitive healthcare data.
• You must be proficient in writing and maintaining unit and integration tests.
• You should have a solid understanding of React.js, with the ability to improve frontend as needed.
• You need strong experience with MySQL, including design, optimization, and management.
• You should have experience with Docker for managing development environments.
• You must be familiar with GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automating build, test, and deployment processes.
• You should possess strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.
• You must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits:

• You will receive equipment including a laptop, headphones, keyboard, mouse, smartphone with unlimited data, and a dedicated office monitor.
• There is a bonus for paid English or German language courses.
• You will have access to training courses, books, workshops, and team-building activities for personal and professional growth.
• We offer a partnership with Serenis (an online psychotherapy platform) which includes three sessions if needed.
• There is a Team Building Budget and a Team Development Budget available.
• Regular company reunions, including yearly meetups and a Christmas dinner, are organized.
• Snacks and fruit are always available in the office, along with good beer at the end of the week.