Backend Developer

About The Company Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH is a leading media and technology company based in Berlin, renowned for its innovative approach to digital content and platform development. The company specializes in creating engaging digital experiences, combining cutting-edge technology with strategic content solutions to serve a diverse client base. With a focus on fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment, Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH emphasizes continuous innovation, professional growth, and social responsibility. The organization prides itself on its commitment to quality, diversity, and sustainability, making it a sought-after employer in the digital media landscape. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled PHP Developer (m/w/d) to join our dynamic team at Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH. In this role, you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend systems for our websites, portals, and digital products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams—including frontend developers, designers, and data engineers—to create scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. Your expertise will contribute to the enhancement of our digital infrastructure, ensuring seamless integrations, optimized performance, and adherence to best practices in security and usability. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the technical direction of our projects, implement innovative solutions, and participate in the full development lifecycle from conception to deployment and maintenance. Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background in modern web development, with proven experience in PHP and related frameworks. Essential qualifications include expertise in PHP development, particularly with Laravel; experience with Symfony is a plus. Candidates should have a solid understanding of WordPress development, including custom post types, Advanced Custom Fields, and core WordPress functionalities. Knowledge of creating modular, maintainable custom themes and plugins is required. Familiarity with authentication and authorization protocols such as OAuth and SSO is necessary. Additionally, experience with DNS management, deployment processes, and system updates is important for maintaining system stability. A good grasp of SEO fundamentals, semantic HTML, performance optimization, and security basics is essential. The role also requires a proactive mindset towards leveraging AI tools to automate workflows, enhance productivity, and accelerate development processes. Excellent communication skills in German and English are mandatory, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a multicultural environment. Responsibilities As a PHP Developer at Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH, your core responsibilities will include designing and developing high-performance backend systems for various digital platforms using PHP and Laravel. You will be responsible for creating and maintaining WordPress applications, focusing on clean, structured, and maintainable code, including custom post types, advanced custom fields, and bespoke plugins. You will analyze architectural requirements, design interfaces, and data models, ensuring solutions are scalable and aligned with business needs before implementation. Implementing secure authentication and authorization mechanisms such as OAuth and SSO will be a key aspect of your role, ensuring the security and reliability of our systems. You will support server configurations, manage DNS settings, oversee deployment pipelines, and perform system updates to guarantee operational stability. Ensuring high code quality, performance, security, and ongoing optimization will be critical. You will also promote efficiency by integrating AI tools into workflows and processes. Collaboration is vital; you will work closely with a motivated team of frontend and backend developers, designers, and data engineers to shape innovative digital products and contribute to the company's technological advancement. Benefits Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional and personal well-being. Enjoy a flexible working hours model that allows you to tailor your workday around core hours from 10 to 15, promoting work-life balance. The hybrid work setup enables you to work remotely up to two days per week, providing flexibility and comfort. Benefit from 30 paid vacation days per year, with an additional 10 unpaid days, and participate in a workation program allowing up to two weeks of work within the EU annually. We support your continuous learning with five dedicated training days each year to foster your professional development. Our team-oriented culture includes regular afterworks, team events, and social activities, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment. We are committed to equal opportunities, ensuring a diverse and tolerant workplace where everyone has the same chances. Short communication channels, flat hierarchies, and an open Duz-Kultur (informal address) create a friendly and engaging atmosphere. You can participate in industry conferences, workshops, and internal sports programs, including partnerships with Urban Sports Club. Additionally, we offer a company-sponsored pension scheme, a modern office located in the heart of Berlin with excellent public transport connections, access to fresh fruit, beverages, snacks, and a green, well-lit workspace designed for comfort and productivity. Equal Opportunity Quadriga Media Berlin GmbH is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and creativity, and we are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, or background. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and strive to create a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our shared success.