Backend Engineer (all genders)

About the Company

ABOUT YOU SE & Co. KG is a modern company that values acceptance, inclusion, and a fair approach to fashion.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend applications and RESTful APIs
• Develop scalable backend services and fullstack applications using PHP
• Provide and manage scalable cloud infrastructure on Google Cloud using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles
• Design and manage database schemas, and optimize queries for Relational and Non-Relational Database Management Systems
• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure reliable and automated deployments
• Implement containerization for applications using technologies like Docker
• Ensure performance optimization and monitoring through tools like Google Cloud Logging and Monitoring
• Implement robust security measures, including authentication, authorization, and data encryption
• Create internal and external documentation for systems and processes
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to clean, well-documented, and efficient codebases
• Address system performance, data integrity, and integration resiliency with internal and external systems

Requirements

• At least 2 to 4 years of proven backend engineering experience, focusing on event-driven architectures, high-scale data orchestration, and ETL processes
• Advanced proficiency in modern PHP (8.2+) and modern frameworks such as Laravel (11/12) or Symfony (6/7), with hands-on experience refactoring legacy monoliths
• Strong SQL skills (MySQL or PostgreSQL), including expert-level schema design, complex query optimization, and indexing strategies
• Proven experience building resilient enterprise-grade integrations (handling complex OAuth lifecycles and 429 rate-limiting) and leveraging Redis and advanced caching strategies
• An obsession with code quality, engineering best practices, and maintaining high testing coverage to ensure system reliability
• Deep proficiency with observability tools (such as Datadog or Cloud Logging) and advanced debugging techniques to troubleshoot complex distributed systems
• Hands-on experience with containerization and local environment automation using Docker, GNU Make, and Bash scripting
• Proficient in modern, AI-augmented development using tools like Cursor, Claude Code, or Gemini to automate repetitive tasks and optimize the development lifecycle

Nice to Have

• Experience with Google BigQuery for TB-scale processing, including table partitioning, clustering, and slot management
• Ability to build APM dashboards (Application Performance Monitoring)
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) to manage cloud computing resources on GCP or AWS
• Domain experience in marketing technology, specifically such as mobile event attribution (Adjust) or Google GA4
• Experience developing custom Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers or guardrails hooks for AI agents

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid options
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
• Learning and development opportunities, including training and conferences
• Vibrant and inclusive company culture with team-building events