Developer

Talent Shore Ltd.; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Shore Ltd. in South Africa is seeking a PHP Web Developer to design, build, and maintain web applications from concept to deployment. You will collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure solutions.

Key tasks include implementing robust PHP-based features, optimizing database queries in MariaDB/MySQL, and integrating RESTful APIs. Strong problem-solving and communication skills are essential, with the ability to work independently or in a team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience developing web-based applications in production.
• Solid understanding of software development lifecycle best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications using PHP and related technologies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features
• Work through the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and support
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code
• Optimize database queries and structures for performance and scalability
• Integrate RESTful APIs and ensure seamless data communication
• Apply best practices for web security and ensure application safety and integrity
• Participate in code reviews, contribute ideas, and provide constructive feedback
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and proactively adapt to new tools and frameworks

Skills

PHP

MariaDB/MySQL design

RESTful API design

Web security best practices

Git version control

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Tools

Git

MariaDB/MySQL

RESTful APIs

PHP frameworks

Job description

Remote, South Africa | Posted on 29/07/2025

As a PHP Web Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining web-based applications from concept through deployment. You will collaborate closely with other developers, designers, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications using PHP and related technologies

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features

Work through the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design to deployment and support

Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code

Optimize database queries and structures for performance and scalability

Integrate RESTful APIs and ensure seamless data communication

Apply best practices for web security and ensure application safety and integrity

Participate in code reviews, contribute ideas, and provide constructive feedback

Stay updated with emerging technologies and proactively adapt to new tools and frameworks

Requirements

Required Experience and Qualifications:

Proven experience developing web-based applications in a production environment

Solid understanding of software development lifecycle best practices

Technical Skills:

Expert-level proficiency in PHP

Strong knowledge of MariaDB/MySQL, including database design, query optimization, and stored procedures

Experience with version control systems such as Git

Understanding of RESTful API design and integration

Familiarity with web security best practices

Ability to deliver efficient, well-documented code

Soft Skills:

Excellent problem-solving and debugging capabilities

Strong communication skills for effective collaboration and technical discussions

Ability to work independently as well as in a team-oriented environment

Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and changing requirements

Attention to detail with a commitment to delivering high-quality work