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In this role, you will develop backend functions for our WordPress site, maintain adjustments to themes and plugins, and integrate shop systems while optimizing performance and security.
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Your role in the team
- Maintenance, care, and further development of our existing WordPress site.
- Customization and extension of themes, plugins, and custom functionalities.
- Development of new backend features and interfaces in various programming languages (e.g., PHP, JavaScript/Node.js, Python, SQL).
- Integration and optimization of shop systems (e.g., WooCommerce, Shopify, or other common solutions).
- Ensuring the performance, security, and scalability of the platforms.
- Close collaboration with frontend, design, and marketing for an optimal user experience.
Our expectations of you
Education
- Completed degree or apprenticeship in the field of computer science, web development, or a comparable qualification.
Qualifications
- Very good knowledge of at least one backend programming language (e.g., PHP, Node.js, Python) as well as MySQL/databases.
- Knowledge of frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/frameworks).
- Understanding of web security, SEO, and performance optimization.
- Independent, structured, and solution-oriented working style.
- Teamwork skills and openness to new technologies.
- Awareness and knowledge in the field of website accessibility (Accessibility) is a plus.
Experience
- Several years of experience with WordPress (including custom themes and plugins).
- Experience with shop systems and e-commerce solutions.
- Experience with translation management tools (e.g., WPML, Polylang, or similar solutions).
- Experience with cloud or hosting environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, or traditional web server setups).
- Experience with Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics, or other tracking and analytics tools is desired.
- Experience with User Interface Design (creating user-friendly and aesthetically pleasing interfaces) is an advantage.
What we offer
- You play a key role in an international company with a lot of creative freedom in a motivated, creative team with genuine gaming DNA.
- This gives you the opportunity to shape and make a strong brand visible.
- Team spirit is what matters to us: We work closely together and inspire each other – every day anew!
- This guarantees variety: look forward to a diverse range of tasks with plenty of room for creative ideas and your own input.
- Volunteer Days - for charitable work, we grant you two additional days off per year.
- Free LinkedIn Learning account to actively shape your personal and professional development.
- Free corporate membership Urban Sports Club - today fitness, tomorrow yoga, and the day after tomorrow spa.
- We subsidize your occupational pension scheme from the seventh month of employment, and in case of serious illness, you can also prepare with us through the option of a group disability insurance.
- There are attractive employee discounts, regular community and team events, game nights, and opportunities for professional development.
- Trust and transparency are not just buzzwords for us, but the foundation of our collaboration.
- Do you prefer real interaction over constant video calls? With us, you work directly on-site - live and in person.
- You can coordinate directly and advance ideas together.
- We offer flexibility by allowing you to work remotely one day a week (either Monday or Friday).
- And you can start using this with us from the 3rd month of employment.
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About your employer
Gamegenic GmbH, based in Essen, is part of the Asmodee Group and specializes in the development and distribution of high-quality gaming accessories. Their focus is on innovative solutions such as storage boxes, sleeves, and other accessories for players. Since its founding in 2019, the company has established itself as a leader in the gaming accessory industry.
- Established Company
- Onsite, Hybrid
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