Intermediate PHP Developer (Payment Systems)

Boardroom Appointments; Durban; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Durban seeks an Intermediate PHP Developer experienced in payment systems. This individual will develop, maintain, and enhance payment applications, ensuring secure and efficient transaction processing. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 3-5 years of PHP development experience, particularly with payment gateways. Join a team passionate about payment technologies and compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience as a PHP Developer focused on payment systems.
• Proficiency with payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, Square).
• Knowledge of PCI-DSS compliance and security protocols.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain PHP-based payment systems.
• Integrate various payment gateways for smooth transactions.
• Troubleshoot issues related to payment processing.

Skills

PHP development

Problem-solving

Payment technologies

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field

Tools

Laravel

Symfony

Zend

MySQL

PostgreSQL

SQL Server

Job description

About the job Intermediate PHP Developer (Payment Systems)

We are seeking a talented Intermediate PHP Developer with experience in payment systems to join our team in Durban. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in PHP development and a keen interest in payment technologies. This role requires a proactive individual with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for creating efficient, secure, and scalable payment solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance PHP-based payment systems and applications.
• Integrate various payment gateways and ensure smooth transaction processing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and design effective solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to payment processing, ensuring reliability and security.
• Optimize code and system performance to handle high transaction volumes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and security protocols.
• Document technical specifications, system configurations, and integration processes.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry best practices in payment systems and PHP development.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience as a PHP Developer, with a focus on payment systems.
• Proficiency in PHP, including frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or Zend.
• Experience with payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, Square) and transaction processing.
• Knowledge of security protocols and compliance standards (e.g., PCI-DSS).
• Familiarity with RESTful and SOAP APIs, as well as web services.
• Proficiency in database systems such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or SQL Server.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Understanding of Agile development methodologies.