PHP Developer

About The Company

Hygi.de GmbH & Co. KG is a leading online retailer specializing in medical supplies, hygiene, and cleaning products in Germany. Established in 2003, the company has continuously expanded its product range to serve over 3.2 million customers with one of the largest assortments in the industry, featuring more than 140,000 items. Hygi.de is committed to delivering high-quality products through innovative digital processes, short decision-making paths, and an open corporate culture that encourages creativity and responsibility. With a dedicated team of over 300 professionals across various departments including E-Commerce, procurement, finance, IT, logistics, marketing, and more, hygi.de fosters an environment where ideas are valued, and collaboration is key. The company’s headquarters are located in Telgte near Münster, where it continues to grow and shape the future of online commerce in the healthcare sector.

About The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated PHP Symfony Backend Teamlead & Techlead for our Webshop team. This role is ideal for a seasoned backend developer who enjoys taking responsibility and leading a team both technically and professionally. In this position, you will oversee the development and maintenance of hygi.de’s online shop platform, which is used by millions of customers. You will be responsible for guiding your team through complex feature implementations, architecture enhancements, and ensuring high standards of code quality, performance, and stability. As a technical leader, you will collaborate closely with frontend developers, product owners, and other stakeholders to shape the technical strategy, implement best practices, and foster continuous improvement. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the technical direction of a vital component of hygi.de’s business, while also mentoring team members and driving innovation within an agile environment.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have several years of professional experience in object-oriented PHP development, with a strong focus on Symfony framework expertise. Proven experience in leading development teams—either technically or disciplinarily—is essential. A solid understanding of modern frontend architectures and the ability to align backend development with frontend needs is highly desirable. Candidates should possess a high standard of quality in code, architecture, and deployment processes, along with excellent communication skills, decision-making ability, and a structured, self-driven work style. Passion for e-commerce, scalable solutions, and modern software architectures is important, as well as a genuine interest in leading and developing teams to achieve their best.

Responsibilities

Technical & Development (Hands-on):

• Actively participate in the ongoing development and maintenance of hygi.de’s online shop platform.
• Implement complex features, epics, and technical improvements to enhance platform capabilities.
• Drive the evolution of the shop architecture, including refactoring efforts and exploring headless commerce approaches.
• Ensure code quality, system performance, stability, and ease of maintenance through best practices.
• Lead code reviews, promote coding standards, and ensure adherence to quality benchmarks.
• Manage deployments and releases responsibly, minimizing downtime and ensuring seamless updates.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
  
  

Teamlead & Tech Lead

• Provide professional leadership to the entire webshop development team, guiding technical and strategic direction.
• Disciplinarily manage and support the growth of in-house developers.
• Coordinate with external developers (freelancers) to ensure project alignment and quality standards.
• Hold overall responsibility for backend and frontend development efforts related to the webshop.
• Collaborate closely with frontend teams to optimize architecture, interfaces, and performance.
• Make key technical decisions regarding system architecture, tools, and development standards.
• Mentor team members through coaching, regular feedback, and professional development activities.
• Work in close partnership with the Product Owner, Head of IT, and other departments to align technical strategies with business goals.
• Continuously improve development processes and quality assurance practices within an agile framework.
  
  

Benefits

• Secure employment within a rapidly growing company with a stable outlook.
• Competitive salary complemented by additional benefits such as retirement contributions.
• Generous vacation entitlement of 30 days per year.
• Flexible working hours with options for remote work and flexible scheduling.
• Opportunities for professional and personal development through targeted training programs.
• Employee discounts on a wide range of products offered by hygi.de.
• Modern, ergonomically equipped workspaces fostering a healthy work environment.
• Job bike leasing program promoting sustainable mobility.
• Regular team events, including company parties, summer festivals, and Christmas celebrations.
• Complimentary beverages, fresh fruit, and snacks to support your daily well-being.
  
  

Equal Opportunity

Hygi.de GmbH & Co. KG is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of all employees and candidates. We do not discriminate based on age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our goal is to foster a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute to our ongoing success.