Software Engineer - PHP Backend Development (60%-100%)

VeruA AG – so that care remains affordable! Our small and dedicated team is looking for reinforcement! VeruA App is a SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) developed by VeruA AG, which is aimed at freelance nursing professionals and Spitex organizations. VeruA App is a comprehensive application that is continuously adapted to the changes in the healthcare system in German- and French-speaking Switzerland. We are looking for you immediately or by arrangement as a dedicated personality in the role of Software Engineer – PHP Backend Development (60% - 100%) Your profile: • Degree in computer science or comparable training • 5+ years of experience in PHP development with package management (Composer) and familiarity with standards (PSR) • Confident handling of object-oriented programming methods and design patterns • Knowledge of Test-Driven Development (TDD) and testing frameworks such as PHPUnit • Sound knowledge of the JavaScript (ES6+) programming language • Confident handling of relational databases (MariaDB) and ability to optimize structures and queries, as well as understanding of database management techniques • Confident handling of Posix/Unix command line (CLI – Bash, Fish, Zsh) • Experience with source code management, branching, and release management (git) • Excellent communication skills in German and English • Initiative, accuracy, and high problem-solving competence • Independent way of working, maker mentality, structured work processes, personal responsibility, quick comprehension, and reliability • High social competence and excellent communication skills when dealing with colleagues and partners. Your tasks: • Modernization and refactoring of the 15-year-old codebase • Optimization of the database connection and queries • Introduction of tests and stability assurance • Realization of software components and interfaces • Creation of technical documentation Desirable, but not a requirement: • Knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3 • Practical experience with Docker and CI/CD pipelines • Experience with the introduction of coding standards and tools such as PHP-CS-Fixer • Use of GNU/Linux Our offer: We work to live – we do not live to work We offer you an exciting and varied challenge in a dynamic environment with modern infrastructure. You receive the necessary space for creativity and initiative with diverse areas of responsibility. • Remote work and the possibility to work both in the office and in the home office • Flexible working hours for an optimal work-life balance • Modern working environment with GNU/Linux laptops and optional ergonomic tools for the workplace • Future-oriented: We are working on the transition to free software • Independent: No contract or deadline-driven work for customers, no dependencies on external clients • Personal & Family-like: Owner-managed company with an open communication culture and flat hierarchies in a small team • Good accessibility: Public transport connection, SBB half-fare card or assumption of parking costs • Attractive benefits on site: Modern, cozy office with a swimming pond and massage chair • Further development: Continuous training is actively promoted We look forward to receiving your complete application documents at bewerbung@verua.swiss. Work location: Home-Office and/or Office Company headquarters: Diessenhofen (TG)