About the Role
As a Senior Backend Developer at Traffic Creator, you'll be at the forefront of revolutionizing how businesses generate and optimize web traffic. You'll design and build the core systems that power our traffic generation platform, serving clients in over 190 countries.
You'll work on high-performance, scalable systems that handle millions of requests daily, optimizing our traffic routing algorithms, database architecture, and API services. Your work will directly impact our clients' ability to increase their online visibility and engage with their target audiences effectively.
This role combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to deliver exceptional results for our clients while ensuring our platform remains reliable, secure, and ahead of the competition.
What You'll Do
- Design and develop high-performance PHP applications that handle millions of traffic requests daily
- Optimize MySQL/MariaDB database queries and architecture for maximum performance and reliability
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs that power our dashboard analytics and client integrations
- Implement caching strategies using Redis/Memcached to improve application performance
- Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
- Enhance our traffic routing algorithms to improve targeting and delivery efficiency
- Implement robust security measures to protect user data and prevent fraud
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers on the team
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
What You'll Need
Required Skills
- 5+ years of experience with PHP development
- Strong knowledge of MySQL/MariaDB optimization
- Experience with RESTful API design
- Familiarity with caching (Redis, Memcached)
- Understanding of Linux server environments
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Bonus Skills
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing
- Experience with AWS or Google Cloud
- Familiarity with traffic routing algorithms
- Contributions to open-source projects
What We Offer
Competitive Salary
€70,000 - €100,000 based on experience
Flexible Work
Remote or hybrid options available
Health Benefits
Comprehensive health insurance
Growth Opportunities
Professional development budget
Team Events
Regular team activities and annual retreat
Time Off
Generous PTO and holiday schedule
Our Interview Process
Application Review
We'll review your application within 1 week
Initial Screening
30-minute call with our recruitment team
Technical Interview
1-hour discussion with our engineering team
Coding Assignment
Take-home project (2-3 hours)
Final Interview
Discussion with our CTO and team leads
We aim to complete the entire process within 2-3 weeks and provide feedback at each stage.
About Traffic Creator
Traffic Creator is revolutionizing how businesses approach web traffic generation through innovative technology and exceptional service. Our platform helps companies increase their online visibility, engage with their target audience, and drive conversions across 190+ countries.
Founded in 2020 in Wuppertal, Germany, we've grown from a small team to over 25 professionals dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes generate quality traffic to their websites. Our values include transparency, quality, innovation, and data privacy.
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Job Overview
- Position: Senior Backend Developer
- Employment Type: Full-time
- Location: Remote / Berlin
- Department: Engineering
- Reports To: CTO
- Salary Range: €70,000 - €100,000