Gathern
Alternative Hospitality Sector
SeniorBackendEngineer
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“Senior Backend Engineer at Gathern. Skills: PHP, System architecture, Database management, API development. Architect and design complex systems. Build and maintain core backend services”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshooting critical issues; Root cause analysis
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
5+ years of professional experience in backend development with proven leadership on complex projects, Expert proficiency in PHP backend programming language and frameworks, Deep understanding of scalable system architecture, design patterns, and microservices principles, Extensive experience with database design, optimization, and management (both SQL and NoSQL), Proven ability to design and implement robust, secure APIs (RESTful, GraphQL) and handle third-party integrations, knowledge of cloud services (AWS, or GCP), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes), Deep familiarity with security best practices, data protection, authentication, and authorization mechanisms, Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices
Nice to Have
Proficiency in backend programming languages (e. g. , Python, Go, Node. js) is a big plus.
What You'll Do.
Architect and design complex systems
Build and maintain core backend services
Optimize performance and scalability
Ensure security and compliance
Mentor and guide team members
Conduct thorough code reviews
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Implement robust testing strategies
Lead incident management
Stay current with industry trends
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals; Mentor and guide team members through technical discussions, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing
Full Job Description
**About us:** At **Gathern** , we’re not just a platform, we’re the homegrown Saudi success story that built and leads the **alternative hospitality sector** across the Kingdom. As the largest peer-to-peer vacation rental marketplace in Saudi Arabia, Gathern enables travelers to explore the country through **authentic stays hosted by local residents** while directly supporting **Saudi Vision 2030** by boosting tourism, empowering communities, and expanding accommodation supply. Backed by our **SAR 270 million Series B funding round** led by _Sanabil Investments (PIF-owned)_ and valuing Gathern at **over SAR 1 billion! **We’re entering an exciting new chapter of growth, innovation, and regional expansion as we prepare for a future **Tadawul listing** . With **5M+ users** , guests from **150+ nationalities** , a network of **72,000+ hospitality units** , and more than **SAR 2 billion paid** to **33,000+ Saudi hosts** , Gathern stands as one of the **fastest-growing tech companies in the Kingdom** , holding a **44% national market share** and **53% in Riyadh!** This is your opportunity to join a company that’s **redefining travel** and **shaping the future of tourism in Saudi Arabia! ** We are looking for a seasoned Backend Engineer with deep expertise in PHP and a strong track record leading complex, scalable system architectures. The ideal candidate brings solid experience across databases, cloud services, microservices, DevOps practices, and secure API development to drive high-quality, reliable backend solutions.** Key Responsibilities:** * Architect and design complex systems ensuring scalability and reliability * Build and maintain core backend services using best-in-class technologies and frameworks * Optimize performance and scalability by identifying bottlenecks and implementing efficient solutions * Ensure security and compliance with proper authentication, data protection, and regulatory measures * Mentor and guide team members through technical discussions,
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