About this role.
Frontify is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer for its Product Platform team to build and evolve scalable platform capabilities for a brand-management product. The role involves delivering high-quality web-application features, designing secure and maintainable systems, and improving product performance and scalability. The engineer will work closely with product management, design, and other developers throughout discovery, delivery, pair programming, and code review. Strong backend engineering experience is required, with PHP preferred or willingness to learn it; TypeScript familiarity, testing discipline, SOLID design, and comfort with legacy code are valued. The position is available remotely anywhere in Switzerland or on-site in St. Gallen.
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I would first map its dependencies, key workflows, and failure risks, then add characterization tests around current behavior. I would identify seams for incremental extraction, reduce coupling through clear interfaces, and deliver small, reversible improvements while monitoring production impact.
I begin with expected usage patterns, data access needs, reliability requirements, and operational constraints. I define clear boundaries, use appropriate asynchronous or caching patterns where justified, make failure handling explicit, and include observability and automated tests so the service can evolve safely.
I would assess the existing architecture, team expertise, operational tooling, performance requirements, ecosystem support, and long-term maintenance cost. The best choice is usually the one that meets the technical need while fitting the product's established platform and allowing the team to deliver reliably.
I clarify the customer problem, constraints, success metrics, and edge cases early, then contribute technical options and trade-offs in accessible language. During delivery, I keep stakeholders informed of risks, validate assumptions through iterative feedback, and ensure the implementation supports the intended experience.
I keep pull requests focused, provide actionable feedback tied to correctness, maintainability, security, and team conventions, and distinguish blocking issues from optional suggestions. I also use pairing and shared standards to resolve complex decisions quickly and spread knowledge across the team.
We’re all about helping brands turn ideas into impact.
Frontify’s brand platform transforms how teams organize digital assets, collaborate on projects, and create engaging campaigns. Our people empower thousands of marketers and designers — including teams at Uber, Microsoft, Volkswagen, and Telefónica — to build engaging brands.
With headquarters in St. Gallen, Switzerland, and offices in London and New York City, we share a vibrant culture built on creativity, collaboration, inclusion, and joy. And we’re on the lookout for new team members to share our vision. If you’re ready for a brand-new adventure, keep reading!
Your team
Your new team is a group of motivated, collaborative, and innovative Engineers. Working on-site, hybrid, or fully remote, they come together to create and evolve a well-loved product but always keep room for new ideas and approaches. Outside of work, they’re parents, gamers, bookworms, adrenaline junkies, and so much more.
Your mission
Our mission is to evolve Frontify’s platform capabilities and deliver useful everyday tools to our customers. We are innovating and working on creative solutions to help our customers manage their Frontify organizations and resources more efficiently.
You’ll join the Product Platform team, where we are seeking a competent and curious Senior Backend Engineer who thrives on solving architectural challenges and getting things done. Your contributions will shape the scalability and performance of our Product.
Your responsibilities
You’ll implement high-quality features and improvements in a modern web application.
You’ll design solutions that ensure scalability, security, and maintainability.
You will collaborate with product management, design, and engineering toward viable product development changes from discovery to delivery.
You will work closely with other developers through pair programming, code reviews, and alike.
Your story
You can work remotely from anywhere in Switzerland or join us on-site in our St. Gallen office, with the flexibility to choose your best work environment.
You’re experienced in backend software engineering, while having basic frontend engineering knowledge is useful.
Ideally, you code with PHP or are willing to learn. Knowledge of TypeScript and other languages is welcome.
You love to write readable, reusable, scalable, and well-tested code.
You don’t shy away from dealing with legacy code.
You fend off the dreaded ‘big ball of mud’ by keeping coupling low, cohesion high, and SOLID principles close at heart.
You hold strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
You have excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
You speak English fluently.
Compensation
Additional Information
We understand that every candidate’s experience is different. If you’re interested in this role but don’t tick all the boxes, we still encourage you to apply.
Why join us?
– Thrive with the tools and support to shape your future at Frontify.
– Be part of a product that connects brands and people with a human touch.
– Enjoy flexibility, opportunities to grow, and exposure to innovative technologies and ideas.
– Join a vibrant, social team—whether you love animals, yoga, or travel, we’ve got the Slack channels for you!
What we offer
– A minimum of 25 days annual leave per year
– Parental, family care, and bereavement leave
– Daily sickness benefits and accident insurance
– Paid educational and wellbeing days off
– Wellbeing, learning and development, and commuter allowance
– Home office setup budget
– Pension fund: contributions paid 60% by us and 40% by you
– Access to exclusive perks and discounts from hundreds of top brands
– Workation: Work from inspiring locations around the world for up to 45 days per year!
– Invite to our summer company meet-up
Important to us
Frontify is a place where authenticity and inclusion thrive, empowering every voice to help shape our future.
We’re committed to an inclusive hiring experience. If you need any support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please let your Talent Partner know when scheduling. Any information shared will be treated confidentially.
Next steps
If there’s a fit, you’ll meet our Talent Partner to discuss your experience and explore whether Frontify is the right place for you.
This description outlines the primary duties of the role, which may evolve in response to business needs and company growth. We’re looking for someone comfortable with change and excited to contribute to a dynamic environment. If this sounds like you, come join us and help shape what’s next.
We may conduct preliminary checks for successful candidates, depending on the role and in line with local laws. We’ll share all relevant details during the interview process.
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