About Merkle

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver. At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the experience economy. Whether we're building the next great app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions, it's all in the name of crafting experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by dentsu's legacy of innovation and creativity originating in Japan, we've spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and connect meaningfully with their audiences. We've been named a global "Leader" by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital transformation and commerce, experience design, engineering and technology integration, digital marketing, data science, CRM and loyalty, and customer data management.

Job description:

Key responsibilities:

Participate in the entire software development cycle, including requirements analysis, design and development, unit testing, and documentation
Take responsibility for the long-term reusability and stability of code
Proactively identify security, usability, and other issues, and formulate strategies to resolve them
Work independently, without guidance, while maintaining a broader overview of the project
Take ownership of delivering complex application features and resolving key technical issues related to the assigned project
Follow the estimation process and provide accurate personal estimates
Develop required software features, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery
Deliver training and participate in knowledge sharing
Mentor new software engineers on the team
Integrate new technologies and follow the company’s release processes

What we are looking for:

6+ years of experience with PHP
Academic background in IT or equivalent
Strong working experience and knowledge of PHP versions 7.3 to 8.1
Clear understanding of OOP, design patterns and anti-patterns, and SOLID principles
Working experience with relational database management systems
Good understanding of project tools such as Atlassian products or Git/SVN
Experience across testing layers, including unit, integration, and functional testing
Knowledge of algorithms and distributed systems
Proficiency in English

Nice to have:

Experience with e-commerce solutions such as Magento, PrestaShop, CS-Cart, or X-Cart, or with PHP CMS platforms such as WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla
Knowledge of JavaScript (ES6)
Experience with service- or microservices-oriented architecture, ideally in an e-commerce context
Familiarity with Scrum methodology

Your benefits:

🌴 Vacation: 25 vacation days
🤝 Social Impact: Enjoy 2 additional volunteering days to support your passion project
💖 Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health First Aider and Employee Assistance program to support your well-being
🏥 Health insurance (also possible for family members)
🖥️ Cutting-edge technology and latest IT tools
⏳ Agile and flexible working hours
⏰ Hybrid working: We combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week / 4 days per month in the office
🌍 Hybrid work system (remote friendly)
✈️ Digital nomad policy
🚀 Focus on career development
🎓 Academy: Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform
🍻 Beers, foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard
🥐 Free breakfast every second Tuesday of the month
🛍️ Employee discounts
🎉 Team and company events
💸 Referral bonus program

How to Apply

Ready to join the team? Shape your unique career and reach your full potential. Apply now and join us in transforming the future together.

Please note that work visa sponsorship is not available. For local documentation (NIF, NISS), please consult Portuguese authorities.

*At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.

#LI-MERKLE

Location:

Lisbon

Brand:

Merkle

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Senior PHP Developer