Backend Developer - WFH

About the Company

Classic Driver, founded in 1998, is a well-established platform focused on collector car culture. Its online magazine, social media channels, and curated marketplace connect millions of readers, enthusiasts, and collectors with exceptional automobiles. The company is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

About the Role

Classic Driver is looking for a Backend Developer to join its Tech Department and help maintain and improve the systems behind its automotive marketplace. Reporting to the CTO, you will work alongside the current backend lead on the migration from Drupal 7 to a modern backend architecture, the development of APIs, and improvements to data synchronization.

The role also involves building backend functionality for new marketplace features, including the Virtual Garage, real-time auctions, and vehicle valuation tools. You will contribute to third-party integrations and help maintain the security, reliability, and performance of the platform, including support for its new Progressive Web App (PWA).

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with migrating legacy infrastructure from Drupal 7 to a modern backend architecture.
• Improve the synchronization of vehicle data received from dealers and auction houses to make listing and selling processes more efficient.
• Develop backend functionality for features such as the Virtual Garage, real-time auctions, and vehicle valuation tools.
• Implement third-party integrations for user verification, escrow services, and payment processing.
• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support the frontend and mobile Progressive Web App.
• Maintain and improve existing backend systems to support the performance and reliability of the Classic Driver marketplace.

Required Qualifications

• Strong experience with backend development technologies, such as PHP/Laravel, Node.js, or Python.
• Experience managing and optimizing SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience designing and developing APIs.
• Experience implementing and maintaining third-party integrations.

Preferred Qualifications / Requirements

Familiarity with Drupal or similar content management system (CMS) architectures is a strong advantage.

Salary & Benefits

Salary and benefits information has not been specified in the original job listing.

Location and Work Arrangement

• Location: Remote
• Department: Tech Department
• Reports to: CTO
• Availability: Immediately or by mutual agreement