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PHP Engineer

Hybrid in Málaga·Full-time·Added 3 days ago

Ciklum

5 open roles

Overview

Job details

  • Full-time hours

    Per the ad.

  • Hybrid

    Office and home days — the ad has the split.

Requirements

  • Have the right to work in Spain

    Ciklum doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.

  • Work in English

    English is required, per the ad.

  • Be near Málaga, Spain (Hybrid) for hybrid days

    No relocation package mentioned.

  • Have 3+ years of experience

    Mid-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Care: your mental and physical health is our priority. We ensure comprehensive company-paid medical insurance and 4 additional undocumented sick leave days
  • Tailored education path: boost your skills and knowledge with our regular internal events (meetups, conferences, workshops), Udemy license, language courses and company-paid certifications
  • Growth environment: share your experience and level up your expertise with a community of skilled professionals, locally and globally
  • Flexibility: Own your schedule - you are the one to decide when to start your working day. Just don't miss your regular team stand-up. We are there to support your work-life balance and provide 23 vacation days & short Fridays
  • Opportunities: we value our specialists and always find the best options for them. Our Internal Mobility Program helps change a project if needed to help you grow, excel professionally and fulfill your potential
  • Global impact: work on large-scale projects that redefine industries with international and fast-growing clients
  • Welcoming environment: feel empowered with a friendly team, open-door policy, informal atmosphere within the company and regular team-building events

Requirements

What we're looking for

We know that sometimes, you can't tick every box. We would still love to hear from you if you think you're a good fit!

  • Software Design:
  • In-depth understanding of paradigms and principles such as Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), SOLID, and GRASP
  • Proficient in documenting complex software solutions through comprehensive technical documentation and detailed diagrams
  • Software development:
  • Extensive expertise in PHP and knowledge of essential third-party libraries and tools
  • Profound knowledge of PHP frameworks like Laravel and in-depth knowledge of their internal architecture
  • Deep understanding of RDBMS and NoSQL systems, experience crafting high-performance queries, executing optimizations, and designing database structures
  • Practical commercial experience in developing both monolithic and distributed systems
  • Quality Assurance:
  • Advanced proficiency with PHPUnit and comparable testing frameworks and tools
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous quality enhancement on projects through conducting code reviews, establishing quality metrics, and monitoring them
  • Software Deployment:
  • Practical experience in utilizing application deployment patterns and tools
  • Hands-on experience configuring infrastructure with leading cloud service providers

Nice to have

  • Investigate issues
  • Able to work in distributed cross-functional teams effectively
  • Plan, schedule and monitor your own work
  • Have learning agility (readiness for challenge and being open to change)
  • Very good English skills, both written and spoken
  • 3-5 years of professional experience

The role

Ciklum is looking for a PHP Engineer to join our team in Spain.

We are a custom product engineering company that supports both multinational organizations and scaling startups to solve their most complex business challenges. With a global team of over 4,000 highly skilled developers, consultants, analysts and product owners, we engineer technology that redefines industries and shapes the way people live.

As a PHP Engineer, you'll become a part of a cross-functional development team engineering experiences of tomorrow. On behalf of our client Ciklum is looking for a PHP Developer to join our team on a full-time basis. Ciklum is building a team to work on various projects whose primary goal is to improve and automate the customer's business processes, reduce time and efforts required for various operations.

What you'll do

  • Design and implement complex backend features from conception through to deployment, ensuring they meet strategic business objectives
  • Write clean, secure, highly testable. scalable and well-documented code that adheres to coding standards and best practices
  • Perform comprehensive code reviews to ensure high code quality and facilitate knowledge sharing within the team
  • Actively participate in multiple aspects of the SDLC, including planning, development, testing, and deployment
  • Assist in upholding and enhancing the team's engineering and quality standards, and support team in adopting these
  • Engage in the technical interviewing process

About Ciklum

Ciklum is a global IT consulting and software engineering company that provides digital solutions, technology consulting, and managed services to clients across various industries. Founded in 2002, the company has grown to employ over 4,000 professionals worldwide, with delivery centers across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Ciklum specializes in building dedicated teams, software product development, and digital transformation services for enterprises and scale-ups.

In Spain, Ciklum has established a presence in Barcelona, where it operates as a hub for talent and client delivery. The company is known for its collaborative, engineering-driven culture and offers opportunities for international professionals to work on diverse projects with global teams. With a strong focus on innovation and continuous learning, Ciklum is an attractive option for tech professionals looking to relocate to Spain while working in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Industry
IT Consulting
Founded
2002
Employees
5,000–10,000
Headquarters
Kyiv, Ukraine
In Spain
Barcelona
Website
ciklum.com

Good to know if you are moving

  • Ciklum has a strong international presence with delivery centers in multiple countries, offering opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
  • The company provides relocation support for international hires, including assistance with visas and work permits in Spain.
  • Ciklum emphasizes a culture of continuous learning and professional development, with access to training and certification programs.
  • Employees often work with diverse, global teams, providing exposure to a wide range of industries and technologies.
  • The Barcelona office is a key hub for engineering and consulting roles, offering a vibrant city lifestyle and a growing tech ecosystem.

In their own words

About the company & team

At Ciklum, we are always exploring innovations, empowering each other to achieve more, and engineering solutions that matter. With us, you'll work with cutting-edge technologies, contribute to impactful projects, and be part of a One Team culture that values collaboration and progress.

Based in Málaga, our team thrives in one of Andalusia's leading tech hubs. Enjoy a hybrid work setup, the sunny Mediterranean vibe, and endless opportunities to grow your skills on global-scale projects.

Explore, empower, engineer with Ciklum!

Interested already? We would love to get to know you! Submit your application. We can't wait to see you at Ciklum.

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