Full-Stack PHP Developer

ARVO; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A FinTech company is looking for a skilled PHP & JavaScript Developer to join their fast-growing Dev team in Cape Town. This role requires deep expertise in Nuxt and Vue.js, along with a strong understanding of backend development using PHP. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience and be comfortable working in dynamic environments. A collaborative mindset and problem-solving skills are essential, and the salary is market-related based on experience.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in PHP & JavaScript development.
• Experience in building scalable, user-facing web and mobile applications.
• Ability to write efficient, maintainable, and secure code.

Responsibilities

• Lead backend development using PHP for APIs and core business logic.
• Support frontend development using Vue.js and modern JavaScript (ES6+).
• Work within an agile Scrum environment with cross-functional teams.

Skills

PHP proficiency

JavaScript knowledge

Vue.js expertise

Database design

RESTful API design

Agile methodology

Tools

SlimPHP framework

AWS services (EC2, RDS, Lambda)

SQL Server

MySQL

MongoDB

Pusher

Websockets

Job description

Our client is looking for a skilled, innovativePHP & JavaScript Developerwith deepNuxt/Vue.js expertiseto join their fast-growing FinTech Dev team.

This isn’t just about writing code. They 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.

Salary offered: Market related and dependent on experinece (negotiable)

Context

• 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.

What you bring

• Expert-level proficiency in PHP, especially with frameworks such as SlimPHP, focusing on scalable, clean, and secure backend services.
• Strong experience with JavaScript and Vue.js for frontend development, including ecosystem tools like Vue CLI, Pinia, Vue Router, and Nuxt.js.
• 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.

• 3-5 years of professional experience in PHP & JavaScript development with a strong focus on Vue.js.
• Proven track record building scalable, user-facing web and mobile applications in high-volume, multi-user environments.
• Deep knowledge of modern JavaScript (ES6+), Vue.js ecosystem (Vue CLI, Pinia, Vue Router, Nuxt.js), and UI design principles.
• Comfortable working with SQL and NoSQL databases, RESTful APIs, and backend frameworks like SlimPHP.
• 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.