Intermediate PHP Developer (Payment Systems)

Boardroom Appointments; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments is seeking an Intermediate PHP Developer with a focus on payment systems to join our Durban team. You will develop, maintain, and optimize PHP applications, integrating gateway payments and ensuring secure transactions.

You should have 3–5 years of PHP experience, familiarity with Laravel, Symfony, or Zend, and a solid understanding of PCI-DSS security standards. Collaboration and problem-solving are essential in this role.

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 and frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or Zend.
• Experience with payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe, Square) and transaction processing.
• Knowledge of security protocols and 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.

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.

Skills

PHP development

Payment systems

RESTful APIs

Security awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

Tools

Laravel

Symfony

Zend

PayPal

Stripe

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.