ABOUT CLIENT
An international e-commerce company developing and maintaining a marketplace platform for the Czech market was looking for an experienced Senior PHP Developer to join their team. The role involved working on a large-scale platform modernization project.
The ideal candidate needed over five years of backend development experience, solid knowledge of PHP 7/8 and frameworks like Laravel or Symfony, as well as familiarity with databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL. Experience with microservices architecture, Docker, and Kubernetes was also essential. Since the team was international, the candidate was required to have at least an upper-intermediate level of English. Cultural fit and previous experience with similar products were key factors in the final selection.
We successfully filled the position by identifying a candidate who matched both the technical and cultural profile.
We successfully filled the position by identifying a candidate who matched both the technical and cultural profile.
OUR GOAL
PROJECT CHALLENGES
European talent market
Shortage of PHP developers with the required tech stack and marketplace experience
Mixed-language teams
Russian-speaking development team and English-speaking product team
Prague-based office
The company offers relocation support or expects the candidate to visit the Prague office 3–4 days per month
Specific tech stack requirements
The candidate needed to have hands-on experience with technologies
our approach
1
Multichannel Sourcing & Active Recruitment
We used a wide range of sourcing channels, including:
- Paid subscriptions on LinkedIn Recruiter and other job platforms
- Specialized IT forums and PHP developer communities
- Our internal candidate database
- Direct outreach and targeted search on platforms like GitHub
2
English Proficiency Screening
We conducted initial interviews in English to assess candidates' spoken communication skills and ability to discuss technical topics fluently.
3
Technical Interviews with Experts
We arranged a technical interview involving both an experienced PHP developer from our team and a representative from the client’s tech team. This ensured a deep evaluation of technical skills and alignment with project requirements.
4
Project & Company Presentation
We thoroughly introduced the project and company to candidates, highlighting:
- The innovative nature of the product
- Use of modern technologies
- Opportunities for professional growth
- Experience of working in an international team
5
Flexible Work Schedule
We worked with the client to offer a flexible schedule to accommodate time zone differences, minimizing discomfort for the candidate.
6
Structured Onboarding Process
We coordinated with the client to create a clear onboarding plan with mentorship and structured support during the first months of employment.
RESULTS
- TimelineThe position was filled in 6 weeks, which is a strong result given the complexity of the search.
- CandidatesWe presented 12 candidates, 5 of whom were invited to technical interviews with the client.
- Final HireThe selected candidate had 6+ years of experience in PHP development, with deep expertise in Laravel, MySQL, Docker, and Kubernetes, as well as excellent English proficiency.
He was already based in Prague, had recently completed a contract with a major outsourcing company on a similar marketplace project for the UK, and was ready to start immediately. - Candidate's PerformanceThe candidate successfully passed the probation period and is now actively contributing to the platform modernization project.
OUR RESULTS
ROI
for client
According to the client, the hired Senior PHP Developer helped accelerate the development of new platform features by 20%, enabling the company to bring the product to market faster and increase revenue.
6
weeks
Time to Hire
12
candidates
Presented to the Client
42%
3 out of 7
Conversion to Final Interview
5
from 1 to 5
Client Satisfaction
ABOUT THE CASE
This project highlights the effectiveness of our approach to sourcing highly qualified Machine Learning specialists. Through proactive sourcing, the development of a compelling EVP, thorough technical interviews, and careful soft skills assessment, we were able to quickly close a complex role and help our client achieve their business goals.
The key to success was our ability to deeply understand the client’s needs and deliver solutions tailored to their specific requirements.
The key to success was our ability to deeply understand the client’s needs and deliver solutions tailored to their specific requirements.
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