Senior Full Stack Backend Engineer

Summary

Join AlfaDocs, a healthcare software company, as a (Senior) Full Stack Backend Engineer and contribute to the development of our platform that streamlines practice management and patient relationships. Lead end-to-end feature development, focusing on security and scalability. Drive architectural decisions, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior developers. Implement automated testing and CI/CD pipelines. Contribute to technical roadmapping and stay informed about industry trends. Promote a positive team atmosphere. This role is remote within the European Union, offering a competitive salary and various benefits.

Requirements

• Minimum 6 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in a senior role
• Extensive experience with Symfony, including deep knowledge of Doctrine ORM and key Symfony components (e.g., Security, Event Dispatchers)
• Advanced understanding and practical experience with DDD principles
• Awareness of security best practices for frontend and backend development, particularly when handling sensitive healthcare data
• Proficient in writing and maintaining unit and integration tests
• Solid understanding of React.js, with the ability to improve frontend as needed
• Strong experience with MySQL, including design, optimization, and management
• Experience with Docker for managing development environments
• Familiarity with GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automating build, test, and deployment processes
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end feature development from concept to deployment, with a strong focus on security and scalability
• Drive architectural decisions to ensure compliance with healthcare industry standards and long-term system sustainability
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure technical solutions support business objectives
• Support junior developers through mentorship, fostering a culture of learning and innovation
• Implement automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment pipelines to maintain high code quality
• Contribute to planning by evaluating technical feasibility, estimating timelines, and identifying resource needs
• Stay informed about emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve product and process efficiency
• Promote a positive team atmosphere with humor and optimism, helping maintain morale and collaboration during high-pressure periods

Benefits

• Bonus for paid English or German language courses
• Training courses, books, workshops, and team-building activities for personal and professional growth
• Partnership with Serenis (an online psychotherapy platform) - three sessions offered if needed
• Team Building Budget
• Team Development Budget
• Regular company reunions (yearly meetups, Christmas dinner)
• Snacks and fruit always available in the office, along with good beer at the end of the week