Mid Level Backend Developer – Php – Remote

Trans Union Llc; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 400 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cape Town is seeking a Mid-Level Backend PHP Developer. You'll design and maintain scalable web applications using PHP and Laravel. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in PHP development, a solid understanding of MySQL, and proficiency with REST APIs. This remote position requires clear communication skills and the ability to work independently within South Africa.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional PHP development experience.
• Expertise in Laravel or comparable PHP framework.
• Strong command of MySQL and relational database design.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to support integrations.
• Optimize application performance and identify bottlenecks.

Skills

PHP development experience

MySQL

Laravel or similar frameworks

Git

REST APIs

Unit testing

Docker

Redis

RabbitMQ

Vue.js or React

Job description

Job Summary

TransUnion’s Job Applicant Privacy Notice – What We’ll Bring : Job Description Summary. At TransUnion, we strive to build an environment where our associates are in the driver's seat of their professional development, while having access to help along the way. We encourage everyone to pursue passions and take ownership of their careers. With the support of colleagues and mentors, our associates are given the tools needed to get where they want to go. Regardless of job titles, our associates have the opportunity to learn new things and be a leader every day.

What You’ll Bring

Come be a part of our team – you'll work with great people, pioneering products and cutting‑edge technology. We're looking for a talented and proactive Mid‑Level Backend PHP Developer to join our growing engineering team. You'll be responsible for building, maintaining, and improving scalable web applications using modern PHP (Laravel or similar frameworks), working closely with frontend developers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high‑quality solutions. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, writing clean code, and continuously learning.

Impact You'll Make

• 3+ years of professional PHP development experience.
• Strong understanding of object‑oriented programming and MVC architecture.
• Solid experience with Laravel or other modern PHP frameworks.
• Proficient in MySQL or similar relational databases (query optimization, schema design, migrations).
• Experience with Git and collaborative version control workflows.
• Working knowledge of REST APIs, JSON and XML.
• Familiarity with unit and feature testing in PHP.
• Clear communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with Redis, RabbitMQ, or similar queues / caches.
• Exposure to Docker or containerised development environments.
• Basic understanding of frontend technologies like Vue.js or React.
• Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and automated deployments.
• Experience integrating with financial APIs or working with secure data is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services in PHP (Laravel preferred).
• Collaborate with frontend developers to support seamless integrations across the stack.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Design and manage MySQL databases, ensuring efficient schema design and performant queries.
• Optimize application performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose scalable solutions.
• Integrate with third‑party APIs and external data providers.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team learning and improvements.
• Work with DevOps to assist in deployment pipelines, environments, and version control.
• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and support across environments.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3+ years of professional PHP development experience.
• Expertise in Laravel or comparable PHP framework.
• Strong command of MySQL, relational database design, and query optimisation.
• Proficiency with Git, REST APIs, JSON, XML, and unit/feature testing.
• Familiarity with Redis, RabbitMQ, Docker, CI/CD, and frontend basics (Vue.js/React).
• Solid communication skills and collaborative mindset.
• Experience with secure data or financial APIs is advantageous.
• Ability to work independently and remotely within South Africa, with a fibre‑ready home.
• Clear credit record may be required.

Equity Statement

For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company's Employment Equity plan and targets.

Other Notes

Should you have not heard from us within 3 weeks from applying, please regard your application as unsuccessful. This is a remote position which may require occasional in‑person attendance at work‑related events at the discretion of management.