Back-end web developer

1 Month 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.

Similar Jobs

Nintendo - CONTRACT - Experiential Marketing Specialist

Nintendo

Redmond, Washington, United States (Hybrid)
6 Months ago
Sperasoft - Administrative Assistant

Sperasoft

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (On-Site)
2 Months ago
MiQ - Marketing Manager

MiQ

State Of São Paulo, Brazil (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
JDA - Senior Specialist Employee Engagement & Internal Communications

JDA

Las Vegas, Nevada, United States (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Kulfi Collective - Senior Creative Producer

Kulfi Collective

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (Hybrid)
3 Days ago
Rippling - Staff Fullstack Engineer (Backend)

Rippling

New York, United States (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Nagarro - Associate Principal Engineer, .Net Fullstack

Nagarro

India (Remote)
8 Months ago
Mapbox - Software Development Engineer II (Full-stack Engineer)

Mapbox

Poland (Remote)
2 Months ago
Build Staff - Full Stack Developer

Build Staff

Irvine, California, United States (On-Site)
7 Years ago
Tesla - Senior Full Stack Developer

Tesla

Prüm, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany (On-Site)
5 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Similar Skill Jobs

Tide - Senior Engineer, Backend

Tide

Serbia (Remote)
2 Days ago
Veeam Software - Customer Success Representative, Velocity (German speaker)

Veeam Software

Bucharest, Bucharest, Romania (On-Site)
2 Days ago
Ubisoft - Engine Programmer

Ubisoft

Mainz, Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
Ubisoft - Financial Analyst

Ubisoft

Montreal, Quebec, Canada (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Zeeco, Inc. - Project Manager / Project Engineer - Thermal Oxidizers

Zeeco, Inc.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India (On-Site)
6 Months ago
PwC - Information Protection Consultant (Doorlopend)

PwC

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
6 Months ago
AECOM - Senior Project Manager, Tunnels

AECOM

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada (On-Site)
2 Weeks ago
Level lr - Full Stack Engineer

Level lr

United Kingdom (Remote)
2 Months ago
Remote - Sales Enablement Program Coordinator

Remote

(Remote)
1 Month ago
Tide - Escalations Associate with German

Tide

Sofia, Sofia City Province, Bulgaria (Hybrid)
1 Month ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Jobs in Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands

Qualcomm - Benefits Analyst

Qualcomm

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Tesla - Tesla Support Advisor - French & English Speaker

Tesla

North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
5 Months ago
Tesla - Sustainability / Energy Management Operations Specialist – Energy

Tesla

North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
4 Months ago
PwC - Senior Associate Indirect Tax

PwC

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Devoteam - Contract Manager Social Domain

Devoteam

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
3 Weeks ago
Nordson Corporation - Business Development Manager (e-Commerce)

Nordson Corporation

Maastricht, Limburg, Netherlands (Remote)
4 Weeks ago
Adyen - Senior Financial Writer

Adyen

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Playtika - Game Economy Designer

Playtika

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (Hybrid)
3 Months ago
Devoteam - IT Traineeship (Dutch speaking)

Devoteam

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
8 Months ago
Adyen - Senior Corporate Legal Counsel - Capital Markets

Adyen

Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands (On-Site)
2 Days ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

Full Stack Development Jobs

Magna International - Full-Stack Developer

Magna International

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (On-Site)
9 Months ago
Next Level Business Services - JavaScript Developer with Full stack Experience

Next Level Business Services

Dallas, Texas, United States (On-Site)
8 Months ago
Infosys - Lead Java Full Stack Developer

Infosys

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States (On-Site)
2 Months ago
SuperGaming - Full Stack Engineer

SuperGaming

Pune, Maharashtra, India (On-Site)
3 Months ago
Lytx,  Inc  - Software Engineer III (Full-Stack)

Lytx, Inc

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (On-Site)
1 Year ago
Mcdonalds - Software Engineer III – Fullstack - Copilot

Mcdonalds

Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico (Hybrid)
1 Month ago
Apple - Software Engineer, Full stack, Retail Engineering Apps & Services

Apple

Sunnyvale, California, United States (On-Site)
1 Month ago
Ion - Senior Software Engineer - Full-Stack

Ion

Budapest, Hungary (On-Site)
9 Months ago
Infosys - Java FullStack Developer

Infosys

Mexico City, Mexico City, Mexico (Hybrid)
2 Months ago
Abnormal Security - Senior Software Engineer - Fullstack

Abnormal Security

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India (Hybrid)
8 Months ago

Get notifed when new similar jobs are uploaded

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.

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

Leeuwarden, Friesland, Netherlands (Hybrid)

View All Jobs

Get notified when new jobs are added by grendel games

Level Up Your Career in Game Development!

Transform Your Passion into Profession with Our Comprehensive Courses for Aspiring Game Developers.

Job Common Plug