Niklas Debbrecht

Software Developer · Accessibility · Backend

I build the web — and make sure everyone can use it.

About me

As a blind software developer, I know first-hand how important it is to make digital products accessible to all people. What is a theoretical requirement for many is my lived reality — every day.

For over seven years, I have been developing backend solutions, primarily with PHP, Symfony, and Laravel. Starting in e-commerce, I now support digital processes at RSU GmbH from concept to implementation.

Accessibility is not an add-on for me, but the foundation of good development. I actively bring this perspective into teams and projects.

Professional Experience

  1. present

    Software Developer

    RSU GmbH – E-Commerce

    Development and further development of e-commerce solutions in an agile environment. Focus on backend architectures with PHP and Symfony.

  2. Full Stack Developer

    TriStyle Customerce GmbH

    Full-stack development in the e-commerce sector. Implementation of custom features and integrations.

  3. Junior Software Developer

    basecom GmbH & Co. KG (Part of the GROW Digital Group)

    Entry into professional software development. Backend development with PHP, Symfony, and agile methods according to Scrum.

  4. Bachelor Thesis

    GMH Systems GmbH

    Final thesis as part of my studies.

  5. Working Student IT

    Coffee-Bike GmbH

    PHP/Symfony development and integration of the Salesforce REST API as a working student alongside my studies.

Skills

Backend

  • PHP
  • Symfony
  • Laravel
  • Python
  • MySQL
  • Java

DevOps & Tools

  • Docker
  • Linux
  • CI/CD
  • Git
  • PhpStorm

Other

  • C
  • C++
  • Agile/Scrum
  • Machine Learning

Accessibility

  • WCAG
  • Screenreader Testing
  • Accessible Web Development
  • ARIA

Languages

  • German (Native)
  • English (Professional)
  • Spanish (Basic)
  • Japanese (Basic)
  • Latin (Basic)

Education

  1. B.Sc. Media Informatics

    Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences

    Germany Scholarship 2016 and 2017.

  2. Abitur

    Gymnasium Oesde

Volunteering

Kolping Georgsmarienhütte — Active member for years. Support for used clothing collections, carnival activities, and production of posters and films.

Contact

Want to get in touch? The easiest way to reach me is via LinkedIn or email.