Full Stack PHP Software Developer Job Description

Full Stack PHP Software Developer Job Description: Description

We’re looking for a skilled, innovative Full-stack Developer to join our fast-growing FinTech Dev team (In-office, Somerset West).

This isn’t just about writing code. We need a problem-solver, a collaborator, and a builder—someone who thrives in dynamic environments, understands high-volume, mission-critical applications, and is passionate about delivering clean, efficient, and secure user experiences.

OUTCOMES:

What Success Looks Like

Deliver high-quality, user-facing web applications and components that reliably interact with SQL and non-SQL databases, supporting a high volume of concurrent users.

Ensure our Property Management platform meets performance, security, and usability standards that drive customer satisfaction and business growth.

Successfully contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable technology solutions that maintain uptime and system reliability.

Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to deliver projects within timelines, maintaining clear communication and quality standards.

Continuously improve and update codebases and infrastructure to align with modern security best practices and technological advancements.

CONTEXT:

Where the work happens

Work within an agile Scrum environment, partnering closely with product owners, software developers, and QA teams.

Lead backend development using PHP (SlimPHP framework) for APIs and core business logic, while supporting frontend development using Vue.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+).

Operate in a cloud-based environment leveraging AWS services (EC2, RDS, Lambda), with databases including SQL Server, MySQL, and MongoDB.

Support real-time features and communications through technologies like Pusher and Websockets.

Help maintain and evolve a platform critical to property and accounting management used by thousands daily.

COMPETENCIES:

What You Bring

Expert-level proficiency in Software development, focusing on scalable, clean, and secure backend services. A willingness to work in PHP is required but previous experience is not.

Strong experience with JavaScript for frontend development, ecosystem tools like Vue CLI, Pinia, Vue Router, and Nuxt.js are beneficial but not required.

Skilled in frontend UI design fundamentals: HTML5, CSS3, Bootstrap, and responsive design.

Solid understanding of database design and interaction with SQL and NoSQL systems (MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB).

Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs, integrating frontend and backend components efficiently.

Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, serverless functions (Lambda), and web server environments (IIS, Apache).

Ability to write efficient, maintainable, and secure code across the full stack.

Agile, collaborative, and communicative team player who thrives in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Proactive in staying updated on development trends, security best practices, and emerging technologies.

CUSTOMER:

Who This Work Serves

Internal product and operations teams relying on backend services to support business processes.

End users who interact daily with the platform via web and mobile apps, expecting reliability, security, and ease of use.

Business stakeholders requiring scalable technology solutions to support property management and accounting workflows.

Requirements

IDEAL PROFILE SNAPSHOT:

4+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.

Proven track record building scalable, user-facing web and mobile applications in high-volume, multi-user environments.

Deep knowledge of modern JavaScript (ES6+).

Comfortable working with SQL and NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, and backend frameworks.

Experience with AWS cloud services (EC2, RDS, Lambda), CI/CD pipelines, and real-time communication technologies (Pusher, Websockets).

Skilled at writing clean, efficient, secure, and well-documented code.

Agile mindset with strong collaboration and communication skills in cross-functional teams.

Proactive learner who stays updated on latest security and development best practices.

Able to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments supporting always-on, mission-critical platforms.

Pay: R300 000,00 - R1 119 476,15 per year

Work Location: In person