Senior Symfony Developer

Varsity Brands

. Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs aligned to platform architecture .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development, including proficiency in Java and RESTful API design, while applying secure coding practices and performance optimization. Capable of leading end-to-end feature delivery and mentoring junior engineers within a collaborative environment.

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Backend DevelopmentJava ProficiencyRESTful API DesignCI/CD Pipeline ExperienceCloud Environment Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Backend SystemsService-Based ArchitectureSystem Design PrinciplesData ModelingPerformance OptimizationTesting StrategiesDebugging TechniquesScalable Services DesignProduction Systems ExperienceTechnical Problem Solving

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentorshipGuidanceEffective CommunicationNavigating Ambiguity

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

API-Driven ServicesDigital PlatformTechnical Design DiscussionsCross-Functional TeamsSystem Reliability Improvements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsJava

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs aligned to platform architecture
Own end-to-end delivery of features, from design through deployment and support
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, identifying root causes and implementing solutions
Apply testing, performance optimization, and secure coding practices
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and system reliability improvements
Collaborate with Product, Design, QA, and other engineering teams to deliver solutions
Participate in technical design discussions and contribute to solution approaches
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, including SE I
Design components and services within established architecture, making independent technical decisions within defined patterns
Deliver scalable services and features powering Varsity Brands’ digital platform
Support the transition to scalable, API-driven services and shared platform capabilities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
2-5+ years of professional software engineering experience
Strong understanding of backend systems and service-based architecture
Working knowledge of cloud environments and distributed systems
Understanding of system design principles and data modeling
Proficiency in Java and backend development frameworks
Ability to design and build RESTful APIs
Ability to optimize system performance and scalability
Ability to implement testing strategies and debugging techniques
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and production systems
Ability to solve moderately complex technical problems independently
Ability to navigate ambiguity within defined domains
Ability to diagnose root causes and implement effective solutions
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Ability to provide guidance and support to junior engineers

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive Health Care Benefits
HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities
Wellbeing Program
401(k) plan with company matching
Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability
Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays
Varsity Brands Ownership Program
Employee Resource Groups
Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union
St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities
Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!