Senior Backend Developer

UPSTARS – a product IT company where both people and brands take off. 🚀

We know how to launch stellar projects in the iGaming industry ✨

Our main focus is B2B services and technological solutions for clients worldwide. And yes, supporting a legal and transparent market in Ukraine is a must-have for us – that’s why we were the third company in the country to obtain a B2B license for providing services in the gambling sector.

We are expanding our dream team and looking for a Senior Backend Developer.

✅ Your future tasks:

• Integrating with internal services.
• Improving and optimizing existing services in PHP/GoLang.
• Developing new services using PHP/GoLang.

💪 Your skills:

• 5+ years of experience in PHP 7/8 development.
• Proficiency in Symfony 4/5 framework.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL/MySQL.
• Experience working with Git.
• Understanding of OOP principles, SOLID, KISS, etc.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Good understanding of Agile methodologies and experience working with Jira.
• Ability to work in a team and attention to detail.
• Self-motivation and confidence.

🤞 Nice to have (but not critical):

• Architectural thinking.
• Experience with Kubernetes/Helm Charts.
• Knowledge of Go, or a strong desire to learn it.
• Experience working in a product company.

😉 What to expect from our hiring process:

1. Initial interview with a recruiter

• Learn more about the company, team, and tech stack.
• Share your experience and expectations.
• Ask any questions about the role and next steps.

2. Technical interview

• Discuss your experience and skills in detail.
• Meet the team and explore upcoming tasks and processes.

3. Final interview

• Meet our CTO and get a deeper understanding of our processes.
• Discuss technical aspects of the role.

🌟 What we offer:

• We love challenging and ambitious tasks – they unlock potential.
• We speak clearly and openly, even about complex things.
• No bureaucracy or outdated processes – we give you freedom of action.
• We develop our own technological solutions from scratch.
• We use cloud storage, Kubernetes, and other advanced digital tools.
• We automate routine tasks so you can focus on development and professional growth.
• Career growth opportunities with Performance Reviews, training, and mentoring programs.
• Work on additional projects to explore and test new technologies.

🍪 Must-haves:

• Hybrid work – work from wherever you feel comfortable and safe.
• Flexible start to the workday – choose when it’s best for you to begin.
• 20 days of paid vacation, public holidays, and sick leave – we believe in work-life balance.
• Medical insurance at top clinics – we care about your health.
• Benefit Cafe – monthly allowance for personal interests, hobbies, sports, etc.
• Events & activities – masterclasses, team buildings, and corporate events.
• Continuous learning – an individual budget for courses, corporate English classes, workshops, and an online library.

❗️ Important Information:

• We do not have clients who use our solutions or services on the Ukrainian market.
• We do not work with clients from the aggressor country or any other Russian-speaking market.

Do you have the drive for growth and learning? Want to play a key role in product development?

Let’s connect! 😉 🚀