Intermediate - Senior Full Stack Developer (PHP) (CPT Remote)

DataFin; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A cutting-edge Tech company is seeking an Intermediate – Senior Full Stack Developer for a remote position. The successful candidate will design, develop, and maintain robust web applications using PHP, MySQL, and more. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field and 3-7 years of relevant experience. Strong expertise in front-end technologies and collaboration skills are key. Weekly in-person meetings in Somerset West, Cape Town will be required.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of professional Web Development experience
• Proficiency in building robust server-side applications using PHP
• Strong expertise in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for front-end development

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables

Skills

Proficient in PHP

MySQL

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

Laravel

Vue.js

RESTful API

Git

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Laravel

Vue.js

Docker

Job description

Overview

OUR client, a cutting-edge Tech company, has an exciting opportunity for a fully Remote role for the coding expertise of an Intermediate – Senior Full Stack Developer with strong PHP to join its team. You will, however, be required to attend face-to-face Sprint planning sessions every three weeks in Somerset West, Cape Town. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust web applications using a modern tech stack. Applicants will require a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field, 3-7 years relevant work experience with proficiency in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Laravel, Vue.js, Tailwind CSS, RESTful API & Git.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications using both front-end and back-end technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Optimise applications for performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues across the stack.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and contribute to improving development processes.

Qualifications

Education – Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Experience/Skills

• Intermediate to Senior (3-7+ years of professional Web Development experience).
• Back-End: Proficient in PHP and MySQL for building robust server-side applications and database management.
• Front-End: Strong expertise in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for creating responsive and interactive user interfaces.
• Experience with Laravel for Back-end Development.
• Proficiency in Vue.js for building dynamic front-end applications.
• Familiarity with Tailwind CSS for rapid and responsive UI styling.
• Knowledge of RESTful API design and integration.
• Experience with Version Control systems (e.g., Git).
• Flexible to accommodate occasional after-hours work for critical deployments or maintenance.

Preferred

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, such as CI/CD pipelines or containerisation (e.g., Docker).
• Knowledge of testing frameworks (e.g., PHPUnit, Jest) and writing Unit/Integration Tests.
• Understanding of software best practices and web accessibility standards.

Remote Work Requirements

• Reliable high-speed internet connection and a suitable home office setup.
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools (e.g., Teams).
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Attributes

• Strong problem-solving skills and a meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.