Senior Software Engineer (m/w/d) PHP

Grow with us – Join our Central Assesment Management Team!

Seize this opportunity and support our team, preferably based in Munich/Berlin/Hamburg or at one of our other locations or remotely within Germany, starting immediately in full-time as a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer – PHP (m/f/d).

As a Senior Fullstack Software Engineer, you’re at the heart of our cross-functional product team, steering the technical direction and execution of projects. Your primary focus lies in tackling complex technical challenges, boosting the team’s effectiveness with your expertise, and nurturing a culture of technical mentorship.

In alignment with our customer-centric strategy, you’ll be instrumental in bringing maximum business value to our customers and fostering an atmosphere of continuous experimentation and learning within the team.

Your tasks

• Be part of our cross-functional agile product team.
• Design, implement, and maintain our applications using PHP.
• Work with SQL databases and deploy scalable solutions.
• Integrate with and leverage message brokers like Kafka.
• Contribute to discussions on event-driven and distributed architecture.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and integrate Gen AI concepts where applicable.
  
  

Your Profile

• Strong understanding of web technologies and experience with modern frontend frameworks.
• Strong experience with backend development using PHP.
• In-depth knowledge of SQL databases.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures and messaging patterns; knowledge of Apache Kafka is a plus.
• Passion for creating comprehensive solutions and excitement about Gen AI integration.
• Open-minded, adaptable, and proactive with excellent communication skills.
  
  

We offer

• Be you at IU: We support and empower you to achieve your personal and professional goals. After all, your happiness significantly contributes to a positive and productive environment.
• Work wherever you want…: Digitalization is part of our DNA. Decide for yourself which place sparks the most productivity in you. You love remote work? No problem! Would you like to work abroad for a while? Our WorkFlex Benefit makes it possible.
• … and flexible in terms of time: It’s your job; We trust you and give you the greatest possible freedom to organize yourself.
• Take your knowledge to a new level: Where else, if not with us? Enjoy free access to all our e-learning platforms. In addition, we will finance you a complete technology course of your choice.
• Rest well: We make an effort every day, but we also take the time to recharge our batteries: with 30 days of annual vacation plus an extra day of vacation on your birthday, as well as the 24th and the 31st of december.
• Make your journey sustainable: Whether it’s a DeutschlandTicket subsidized down to just 7 euros or a Jobrad (bike leasing) offer, enjoy the freedom of mobility for both work and personal activities, while also making an eco-friendly choice.
  
  

IU International University of Applied Science (IU) is Germany’s largest university of applied science – and we are not just an excellent choice for studying, but also an outstanding Great Place to Work®! As an Edutech company, we rely on state-of-the-art technology and data-driven approaches. That’s why AI-driven voice assistants and other GPT systems have long become part of our daily work routine, helping us to focus on exciting projects. Here at IU over 4,000 employees are dedicated to making a difference.

Sounds like the perfect job for you? Then apply now! Simple, fast and even without a cover letter. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact Ronja at ronja.kaiser@iu.org. Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.

Actions speak louder than words: We cherish our “Culture of Everyone” and would like to take this opportunity to empathize that we do not tolerate discrimination towards any race, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. We welcome you as you are and look forward to nurturing our diverse community at the IU