Backend Engineer (PHP / GO)

at  Tandem

ABOUT TANDEM

Tandem is the leading global language learning community, where more than 20 million members from over 180 countries practice languages together. The concept of learning from each other is not only an integral part of the Tandem community but it is also at the heart of our everyday lives at Tandem. This shared connection through learning helps us to grow and enhances the language journeys of our members.
We are based in Berlin and are backed by top European investors. We are highly international and driven by a shared passion for languages, technology, and culture. Together, we are on a mission to build a product that not only teaches a new skill but also encourages meaningful cross-cultural conversations.
We are looking for a new Backend Engineer that is proficient in both Go and PHP to join our team here in Berlin!

YOUR ROLE WILL BE TO:

Your mission? To take our app’s “pro” version to the next level and make sure our users have the smoothest, most engaging language learning experience out there. If you’re the kind of person who loves diving into backend development and gets a kick out of tackling challenges in innovative ways, you’ll fit right in.

YOU ARE THE RIGHT FIT FOR THE ROLE IF YOU:

• At least 3 years of experience in PHP and familiarity with frameworks like Symfony or Laravel.
• At least 3 years of hands-on Golang experience.
• Proven ability to contribute to complex projects and learn from experience.
• Experience with high-traffic API development and management.
• The ability to prioritise speed and efficiency effectively.
• Proficiency in Docker and containerisation.