Back-end web developer

2 Months ago • All levels • Full Stack Development

Job Summary

Job Description

The Back-end web developer will design and build robust backend systems for Serious Games, utilizing PHP and Laravel. Responsibilities include designing and developing backend platforms and APIs, ensuring data security and scalability, and collaborating with front-end developers. The role involves gathering technical requirements and contributing to the engineering team's technical direction. The ideal candidate should have strong experience with PHP, Laravel, SQL, database design, and Git. This position offers market-aligned salary, personal development budget, autonomy, flexibility, and a creative studio environment. The developer will be responsible for shaping the backend architecture and APIs for dashboards and game-integrated platforms.
Must have:
  • Strong experience with PHP and Laravel framework.
  • Solid knowledge of SQL and database design.
  • Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
  • Ability to write clean, reusable, well-documented code.
Good to have:
  • Experience with Vue.js, JavaScript, or game-related development.
Perks:
  • A market-aligned salary.
  • Annual personal development budget.
  • Autonomy and flexibility in your work.
  • A creative team based in a unique studio environment.
  • Option to work hybrid or fully remotely.

Job Details

Do you enjoy designing and building robust backend systems?
At Grendel, we’re looking for a back-end web developer with strong PHP and Laravel experience to support our Serious Games with well-structured and maintainable backend systems and APIs.

 

Grendel

At Grendel, we’re committed to creating Serious Games that entertain, educate, and inspire. With nearly two decades of industry expertise, we’ve garnered international acclaim and forged partnerships across sustainability, education, and healthcare sectors. Join our talented team of visionaries dedicated to making a positive impact through gaming.

 

What you’ll do

You’ll take ownership of the back-end architecture and APIs for our dashboards and game-integrated platforms.

 

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop backend platforms using PHP and Laravel.
  • Design, implement, and document APIs to be utilised within our games.
  • Ensure data security, performance, and scalability.
  • Work closely with front-end developers, designers, and stakeholders.
  • Gather technical requirements from clients and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Help shape our technical direction as part of the engineering team.

Requirements

  • Strong experience with PHP and the Laravel framework.
  • Solid knowledge of SQL and database design.
  • Familiarity with Git and version control workflows.
  • Ability to write clean, reusable, well-documented code.
  • Bonus: Experience with Vue.js, JavaScript, or game-related development.

What We Offer

  • A market-aligned salary.
  • Annual personal development budget.
  • Autonomy and flexibility in your work.
  • A creative team based in a unique studio environment.
  • Option to work hybrid or fully remotely.

Apply now and help build the systems behind games that improve lives.

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About The Company

Grendel  provides an inspiring environment for those eager to blend entertainment and education, creating transformative experiences in the serious gaming industry. At Grendel, you’ll push the boundaries of game design alongside an international team of innovative pioneers, benefiting from mentorship, training opportunities, and access to industry events to stay at the forefront of your field. With a commitment to a healthy work-life balance, flexible schedules, and hybrid work options, Grendel  provides the perfect setting to thrive.

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