PHP Backend Developer; m​/f​/d – Mid-Level

Thessaloniki | Hybrid Work

Join Penta Soft Consulting M.A.E. and help shape modern digital solutions for international clients.

We support organizations across insurance, banking, automotive, and other highly regulated industries in designing and delivering reliable, scalable, and future‑ready technology solutions. We are looking for a talented PHP Backend Developer to join our growing engineering team and contribute to the development of enterprise‑grade applications and digital platforms.

You will work in a collaborative environment where technology, innovation, and continuous improvement come together to solve complex business challenges.

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and business‑critical applications using PHP and modern development frameworks
• Build scalable RESTful APIs and integrations that support complex digital ecosystems
• Collaborate closely with software engineers, solution architects, business analysts, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Contribute to application architecture, technical design discussions, and continuous platform improvements
• Ensure software quality through testing, code reviews, and adherence to development standards and best practices
• Support the deployment, monitoring, and optimization of applications across development and production environments
• Contribute to Agile delivery teams and actively participate in sprint planning, estimations, and technical workshops
• Explore and leverage modern AI‑assisted development tools to improve productivity, quality, and delivery efficiency

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of professional experience as a backend developer
• Proficiency in modern PHP (8.x) and Symfony
• Familiarity with MySQL / MariaDB
• Solid knowledge of Git and CI/CD workflows
• Practical experience using AI coding tools (e.g. Claude Code, Cursor, Git Hub Copilot, or similar)
• Strong background building and consuming REST APIs
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken

• Exposure to Elasticsearch / Open Search
• Familiarity with Docker / DDEV
• Understanding of Shopware e‑commerce platform
• German language skills

• Attractive compensation package aligned with your experience and expertise
• Performance‑based bonus scheme
• 28 days of annual leave
• Private health insurance
• Structured onboarding and mentoring program
• Continuous learning opportunities, certification support and professional development pathways
• Exposure to international projects and cross‑functional teams
• Modern engineering practices, tools, and technologies
• Hybrid work model with flexibility and work‑life balance

At Penta Soft Consulting, you will become part of a team that values collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, and professional growth. We believe in empowering our people to make an impact while building rewarding and sustainable careers.