We are looking for a mid-level PHP/Symfony developer to join our small but fast-moving engineering team. You’ll be involved in all aspects of our SaaS platform — backend logic, database performance, and frontend interfaces — contributing directly to features used by thousands of employers and employees across Ireland.
Technologies We Use
PHP (Symfony Framework)
MySQL (including Group Replication and query optimisation)
LAMP stack (Linux, Apache, MySQL, PHP)
JavaScript (jQuery, AJAX)
GitHub / Git workflows
APIs \& Integrations: Xero, QuickBooks, SEPA, NAERSA, ROS, Sage, Zoho
Responsibilities
Develop and maintain features in Parolla’s payroll and accounting integrations
Collaborate with the product and operations teams to implement new payroll workflows
Write clean, well-documented, and tested code
Optimise database performance and application response times
Enhance the user experience with JavaScript and Twig-based frontends
Participate in code reviews and continuous integration processes
Assist with deployments and issue resolution in production environments
Requirements
2–4 years’ experience in PHP development (Symfony or Laravel)
Solid understanding of MySQL and database design
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript (jQuery preferred)
Experience using GitHub or similar version control
Understanding of LAMP hosting and deployment environments
Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and communication skills
Nice to Have
Experience with API Platform, Mercure, RabbitMQ, Redis, or Docker
Exposure to Irish payroll, accounting, or fintech systems
Interest in open-source projects or Symfony bundles
Benefits
Hybrid work – 2 months onboarding in Waterford, then flexible WFH
Opportunity to work on a leading Irish SaaS platform used nationwide
Exposure to cutting-edge fintech, payroll, and compliance technologies
Collaborative, low-bureaucracy environment
Professional development and learning support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: €48,000.00-€60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Bike to work scheme
Flexitime
Sick pay
Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ballycarnane, Tramore, CO. Waterford