Snr PHP Developer
Developer/Designer
Cape Town – Western Cape – South Africa
Are you a skilled PHP Developer ready to balance legacy system maintenance with exciting new integrations? We’re looking for a Senior PHP Developer to join a team and take ownership of both maintaining older PHP frameworks and driving new development projects. Proficiency in Laravel or Symfony is a must, along with strong experience in React and API integrations.
Type: Permanent
Rate: R80 000 – R100 000 Depending on experience
Area: Remote within South Africa
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enhance existing legacy PHP systems.
- Develop new features and applications using Laravel or Symfony frameworks.
- Collaborate on front-end development, integrating React components into projects.
- Design, build, and maintain APIs for seamless system integrations.
- Troubleshoot and optimize legacy code to ensure stability and efficiency.
- Support the migration of legacy systems to modern frameworks where applicable.
- Work closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver solutions on time.
- Contribute to technical strategy and mentor junior developers when needed.
Minimum Requirements:
- 5+ years of experience in PHP development.
- Strong knowledge of Laravel or Symfony frameworks.
- Proficiency in front-end development with React.
- Experience maintaining and improving legacy PHP codebases.
- Solid understanding of API design, development, and integration.
- Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
- Experience with relational databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL.
- Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
Preferred Skills:
- Knowledge of older PHP frameworks (e.g., CodeIgniter or Zend).
- Familiarity with Docker or similar containerization tools.
- Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Exposure to Agile development methodologies.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
What We Offer:
- Fully remote work with flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
- A competitive salary based on experience.
- Opportunities to work on diverse projects and expand your skill set.
- A supportive and collaborative team culture.
If you’re eager to leverage your PHP expertise in both legacy and modern systems, we’d love to hear from you!