Senior / Middle Backend Engineer ( NodeJS)
GRADION · Cairo, Cairo, Egypt
IT Services and IT Consulting · 201-500 employees
About the role
Design and maintain backend services using PHP and Symfony while contributing to the migration of legacy services to Node.js. Collaborate with a global team to optimize system performance and ensure high code quality through reviews.
What they look for
Requirements
Requires professional experience with PHP (Symfony) and working knowledge of Node.js for backend logic development. Must be proficient in relational databases, API design, and possess strong English communication skills for a distributed team.
Benefits
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ABOUT US:
At Gradion, we are the strategic partner for ambitious businesses, helping them achieve breakthrough growth through Digital Innovation and Deep Tech.
With a global vision and an AI-first approach, we enable clients to reshape strategies, optimize systems, and adopt cutting-edge technologies to create sustainable value.
From AI and data to cybersecurity, robotics, and large-scale enterprise platforms, Gradion designs practical solutions that lay the foundation for the next generation of billion-dollar companies.
OUR FACTS & FIGURES:
- 23+ years of expertise - Gradion builds digital platforms & deep-tech solutions.
- 3 continents: Asia, Europe and Africa.
- 300+ specialists across 7 countries Vietnam, Singapore, Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Egypt and Australia.
- 100+ enterprise clients, including several unicorns (e.g., Alaiko, HomeToGo, Roadsurfer).
- Vietnam’s Best IT Company - recognized by ITViec for 8 consecutive years, including 2 consecutive years of ranking #1 (2024 and 2025).
- ISO 27001.
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Role Overview We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer with expertise and working experience in Node.js to join our distributed, international team.
Our current backend infrastructure is built on PHP, but we have an active roadmap to migrate toward Node.js. You will work alongside an embedded Node.js expert, helping maintain and develop our existing PHP ecosystem while actively contributing to the Node.js migration as it progresses. This is a fully backend-focused role requiring seamless daily communication in English.
Key Responsibilities
• Feature Development & Maintenance: Design, build, and maintain high-quality backend services and APIs using PHP (Symfony).
• Support the Migration Roadmap: Actively contribute to migrating legacy PHP services over to Node.js, collaborating closely with the team’s dedicated Node.js engineer.
• Code Quality & Architecture: Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code. Participate in code reviews to ensure high technical standards across both stacks.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work within a distributed, international team of developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver impactful features.
• System Optimization: Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend performance and database queries to ensure scalability.
Job Requirements Technical Skills
• PHP Expertise: Professional experience with PHP, specifically using the Symfony framework.
• Node.js Experience: Working knowledge of Node.js. You don't need to lead the migration, but you must be strong enough to pick up tickets, write backend logic, and contribute to the Node.js codebase.
• Database Management: Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and understanding of data modeling.
• API Design: Experience designing and implementing robust RESTful APIs.
• Modern DevOps Tools: Familiarity with Git, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.
Soft Skills & Core Traits
• Good English: You will be collaborating daily in English with a global team.
• Adaptability: A transition mindset - someone who is comfortable bridging the gap between two different backend ecosystems.
• Remote Work Champion: Proven ability to work autonomously and effectively within a distributed, asynchronous team environment.
Why Join Gradion MENA?
- Global Exposure: Work daily with international teams and founders from Europe and Asia.
- AI-Driven Development: We integrate AI into our DNA, from how we write code to the strategic solutions we provide to clients.
- Continuous Evolution: Monthly budget for courses and certifications to keep your skills at the cutting edge.
Benefits & Perks
- Setup: laptop and full workstation.
- Health: Comprehensive family health insurance and life insurance.
- Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements and a culture of ownership.
- Rewards: Competitive salary based on seniority + milestone bonuses (marriage, childbirth, etc.).
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Contact Person: Hager Atif
Office: 57 Abbas El Akkad, Nasr City – Cairo
Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday
