Backend Developer

Backend Developer / PHP Developer (Symfony) About the Role Social Deal is looking for a Backend Developer / PHP Developer to help build and improve a platform used by more than 10 million active users. You will work daily with PHP and Symfony to develop scalable backend solutions, improve existing codebases, and deliver new features that directly impact millions of users. As part of a specialized Software Development team, you will have the freedom to contribute technical ideas, prioritize your own work with the team and Product Owners, and work across different backend tasks. The role also provides opportunities to experiment and develop your skills through weekly Friday afternoon hackathons. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain scalable backend applications using PHP.Work within the Symfony environment to expand and improve multiple codebases.Help ensure the Social Deal website remains available to more than 10 million active members.Work as an all-rounder within the development team while applying your own area of specialization.Pick up different tasks across the team when required.Prioritize your work in collaboration with the development team and Product Owners.Develop and implement new backend features.Identify and contribute to technical improvements.Present demonstrations of completed work to stakeholders, including management and other departments.Communicate and collaborate with different Development divisions.Participate in weekly hackathons to experiment with and build new ideas.Required Qualifications Experience developing backend applications in PHP as a PHP Developer, Backend Developer, Software Developer, or similar role.Good knowledge of:Object-Oriented Programming (OOP).Model-View-Controller (MVC).PHP.MySQL.Experience working with a software framework.Fluent Dutch, both written and spoken.Ability to switch quickly between different tasks, responsibilities, and team members.Strong problem-solving approach.Team-oriented mindset.Interest in professional development and taking on technical challenges.Preferred Qualifications Experience with Symfony.Experience with Laminas.Experience with Laravel.Experience with full-stack development is not explicitly required, but the role values flexibility across different technologies and tasks.Skills & Competencies PHP Development: Strong backend development experience with PHP.Symfony: Experience with the Symfony framework is preferred.Object-Oriented Programming: Good understanding of OOP principles.MVC: Good knowledge of the Model-View-Controller architecture.MySQL: Experience working with MySQL databases.Backend Development: Ability to build and improve scalable backend applications.Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze technical challenges and develop solutions.Technical Adaptability: Ability to switch between different tasks, responsibilities, and team members.Collaboration: Effective teamwork with developers, Product Owners, stakeholders, and other Development divisions.Communication: Ability to communicate technical work and present demos to stakeholders.Prioritization: Ability to prioritize work in collaboration with the team and Product Owners.Continuous Learning: Interest in development, experimentation, and technical improvement.Teamwork: Collaborative and supportive approach within a specialized software development team.Education & Experience Education No specific educational qualification is stated in the original job description.Experience Experience developing backend applications in PHP.Experience as a PHP Developer, Backend Developer, Software Developer, or similar role.Experience working with a software framework.Experience with Symfony, Laminas, or Laravel is relevant, with Symfony and Laminas preferred.No specific number of years of experience is stated.Work Arrangement & Schedule Location: ’s-Hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands.Work Arrangement: The job listing states Remote, but the original description explicitly states that this position is not remote.Primary Work Arrangement: Onsite, with the possibility of partial home working after the onboarding period.Employment Type: Employment agreement for 32–40 hours per week.Weekly Hours: 32–40 hours per week.Schedule Flexibility: Ability to switch between different tasks and team members as required.Weekend Requirements: Not specified.Language Requirement: Fluent Dutch, written and spoken.Compensation & Benefits Salary: EUR 50–70.Salary Currency: EUR.Salary based on work experience.8% holiday allowance.Employment agreement for 32–40 hours per week.Travel reimbursement for commuting from 10 km.25 paid vacation days, with a one-time increase to 28 paid vacation days in 2026, based on full-time employment.Possibility of up to 25 additional unpaid vacation days, based on full-time employment.Pension plan, with 50% paid by Social Deal.Possibility to work partially from home after the onboarding period.Catered lunch.Own gym, fresh fruit, and game room.Friday afternoon drinks at the company bar or rooftop terrace.10% discount on Social Deals and free selected employee deals.Company events celebrating achievements.Office located directly behind ’s-Hertogenbosch Central Station.Annual review cycle and personal Social Growth development plan.Weekly Friday afternoon hackathons.Merchandise package worth €500, designed for Social Deal by Henk Schiffmacher.Collaborative and informal working environment.Compliance / Additional Information About Social Deal Social Deal operates a platform used by more than 10 million active members. The Software Development organization includes more than 65 colleagues across software development, Product Ownership, Quality Assurance, UX/UI Design, and internships. Development Environment The role focuses on PHP backend development within a Symfony environment. Candidates with Symfony, Laminas, or Laravel experience are relevant, and strong PHP developers with other framework experience can become familiar with the Symfony environment. Additional Information The position is not fully remote despite the remote designation in the job listing.Partial home working is available after the onboarding period.Weekly Friday afternoon hackathons provide opportunities to experiment and develop new ideas.The role involves collaboration with multiple Development divisions and Product Owners.Job Details Employer: Social Deal.Job Title: Backend Developer / PHP Developer (Symfony).Location: ’s-Hertogenbosch, Noord-Brabant, Netherlands.Work Arrangement: Onsite with partial home working after onboarding; remote designation in listing conflicts with the original description.Posted: September 17, 2026.Source: Whatjobs.Salary: EUR 50–70.Apply Now Interested candidates are encouraged to apply for the Backend Developer / PHP Developer (Symfony) position at Social Deal.