PHP Software Developer (Part-time, Full-Time Remote)

About Us

EuropeanOpen Science is a pioneering open-access publishing platform dedicated to advancing open science across various disciplines. Our mission is to redefine scholarly communication by integrating transparency, accessibility, and collaboration into every aspect of the research publishing process. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to streamline workflows and enhance the research publishing experience.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Full Stack Software Developer , you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing our platform. Your responsibilities will include:

• Full Ownership of Development – Take part in every step of the software development lifecycle, from ideation and design to architecture, coding, deployment, and maintenance .
• Decision-Making & Design – Participate in technical discussions and design decisions , contributing expertise to ensure efficient and scalable solutions.
• Feature Development – Plan, implement, and release new features that improve the user experience and enhance platform functionality.
• Problem Solving & Innovation – Inspire and challenge the organization with innovative solutions and insights on best practices.
• Data-Driven Decisions – Analyze, gather, and aggregate technical and non-technical data to support decision-making.

Our Tech Stack

• Languages: Python, PHP, Javascript
• Frameworks: Laravel, Smarty, React, Flask, NextJS
• Database: SQL, SQLite, PostgreSQL
• Miscellaneous: OJS, Smarty, LLMs, LangChain, Web Applications, Django, Smarty, OJS, Document Type Definitions (DTD), Document conversion (DOCX, JATS XML, HTML, LaTeX, PDF), rich text editors

Who You Are

• Strong expertise in PHP and Smarty , particularly in working with OJS (Open Journal Systems) .
• Experience in full-stack web development particularly for web applications.
• Experience with component-based front-end development (ideally React).
• Proficiency in Python-based web frameworks (Django, Flask, etc.).
• Experience developing RESTful APIs.
• Experience with UX design is a plus.
• Experience in document conversion (i.e. DTD, DOCX, JATS XML, HTML, LaTeX, PDF) is a huge plus.
• Experience working with rich text editors is a plus.
• Ability to work lean , iterating on time-boxed MVPs for AI-driven projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a self-driven and proactive approach.
• Friendly and open to constructive feedback , fostering a collaborative team environment.

What’s In It For You

At Nordic Open Research, we value flexibility, autonomy, and innovation . Here’s what we offer:

• Flexible working options – Work at your own pace and choose part-time or full-time engagement.
• Fully remote position – Work from anywhere , at times that suit you.
• Competitive salary packages – Based on experience and role.
• Exciting AI-driven projects – Work on cutting-edge MVPs and contribute to AI-integrated publishing solutions .

How to Apply

If you are excited about open science , innovative publishing , and AI-driven automation , we’d love to hear from you!