Magento / PHP Backend Developer
As a Magento / PHP developer at Cream, you’ll work on challenging e-commerce projects where quality, performance, and usability come first. You’ll work closely with clients to shape their ideas and turn their needs into smart technical solutions, and you enjoy writing clean, scalable code. You’ll also have plenty of room to grow in your craft, both technically and personally.
What you’ll do
You’ll work on:
- New Magento 2 online stores (usually built with Hyvä)
- Extending and improving existing Magento 2 environments
- Complex API and data integrations
- Internal tools and modules that help colleagues and clients work smarter
What we’re looking for
You’re a great fit for this role if you:
- Have at least 2 years of experience with Magento 2 and PHP
- Write readable, secure, and maintainable code
- Have experience with Git, Composer, and modern development tools
- Are curious and eager to learn
- Aren’t afraid to ask questions or share ideas
- Can work independently and collaborate well with colleagues
- Speak and write flawless Dutch
- Ideally, also speak and write English well
Bonus points if you have experience with:
- Hyvä Themes or Hyvä Checkout
- CI/CD and deployments
- API and e-commerce integrations
- Performance optimization
- Varnish, Redis, Elasticsearch, or OpenSearch
What we offer
We combine clear expectations with flexibility, responsibility,
and a workplace where you can keep growing.
A salary that grows with you
A good salary that grows with your experience and development. We want you to keep moving forward, with room to grow in your field, your role, and the direction that suits you best.
Terms that fit your life
Flexible employment terms tailored to your situation. That could mean arrangements for your working hours, your number of vacation days, or a company car. We’ll figure out together what works for you.
Hybrid work
You’ll spend at least two days a week at the office with the team. The rest of the week is yours to plan, so you can find the right balance between collaboration, focus, and flexibility.
Freedom and trust
You’ll get plenty of freedom and responsibility, and we trust you to do your work your way. We like clear agreements, but without micromanagement or needless hassle.
Workation
Want to work from an inspiring location in the Netherlands or abroad for a while? You can. As long as it works for your job, the team, and your projects, we’re happy to help you figure it out.
The team
You’ll join a small, dedicated team. Expect shared lunches, time to unwind, and team outings you won’t forget anytime soon.
About Cream
We’re Cream: a leading e-commerce agency with a no-nonsense Rotterdam mindset, a hands-on approach, and more than 20 years of experience. We focus exclusively on Magento Open Source and Hyvä, building fast, stable online stores. We’re technically strong, we believe in open source, and we like making clear choices. Curious about our story?
What to expect when you apply
We keep our application process clear, personal, and free of unnecessary steps. You’ll always know where you stand, and together we can find out whether Cream is the right fit for you.
We receive your message or application
Send us your resume, your LinkedIn profile, or simply a short message telling us who you are and what you can do. There’s no need for a lengthy cover letter.
Getting to know each other
We’ll schedule a first conversation so we can get to know each other better. We’ll talk about your experience, your ambitions, and what you’re looking for in your next job. And of course, we’ll tell you more about Cream, the team, and how we work.
Second interview: going deeper and getting technical
The second interview goes deeper into the role. You’ll meet future colleagues and talk about your experience, how you like to work, and the technical topics that matter for the position.
You receive an offer
If we’re both excited, we’ll make you a concrete offer. Together, we’ll agree on employment terms that suit your experience, preferences, and situation.
Signing the contract
Once everything checks out, we make it official. We’ll prepare a clear contract and take the time to go through it with you, so you know exactly where you stand.
Getting started at Cream
Welcome to Cream! We’ll make sure you get off to a great start, help you settle into the team, and get you up to speed on your first projects quickly.
