Mid-Level Developer (PHP)

Boardroom Appointments; Durban; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A tech solutions firm in Durban is seeking a PHP Developer with at least 5 years of experience. Responsibilities include maintaining company systems, optimizing user experience, and troubleshooting issues related to banking integration. Ideal candidates should have knowledge in Laravel, NodeJS, and API integrations, along with strong communication skills. The environment promotes lifelong learning and a balanced work-life culture. Opportunities for professional growth are available as the company evolves.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a PHP Developer.
• 1+ years of experience with the Laravel Framework.
• Experience with RESTful API services.
• 1+ years of experience in NodeJS.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update company systems.
• Ensure seamless integration with banking interfaces.
• Optimize system performance for an optimal user experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical issues in production systems.
• Collaborate with the CEO and other team members.

Skills

PHP Development

Laravel Framework

API Integration

NodeJS

Communication Skills

Team Player

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Docker

AWS Services

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update company systems.
• Ensure seamless integration with banking interfaces.
• Optimize system performance for an optimal user experience.
• Troubleshoot and resolve critical issues in production systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends and advancements.
• Collaborate with the CEO and other team members to align technical efforts with business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field

Required Skills and Experience

• PHP Developer: 5+ years of experience.
• Laravel Framework: 1+ years of experience.
• API Integration: Experience with RESTful services.
• NodeJS: 1+ years of experience.
• Team Player: Ability to work well individually and as part of a team.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication skills with the ability to support clients regarding system queries and platform integration.

Preferred Skills

• Financial Systems Background: Experience with PSPs or third-party payment integrations.
• AWS Experience: Proficiency with services such as EC2, Lambda, S3, etc.
• Serverless Framework: Knowledge and experience.
• Command-Line Proficiency: Comfortable with tools like Docker.
• Frontend Skills: Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and UI frameworks.

Current Systems & Integrations

• Backoffice Environment: Laravel (PHP), deployed using Lambda/Serverless Framework/Bref.sh.
• Instant EFT Platform: NodeJS screenscraper with a Laravel backend.
• APIs: CapitecPay, Adumo Card Processing, Peach Card Processing, CallPay Integrations.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated experience working with banking interfaces and financial systems.
• Ability to independently manage and jump into projects.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot critical issues.
• A proactive learner who is keen on professional growth and contributing to the companys progress.
• Experience in a start-up environment is a plus, but not mandatory.

Company Culture

We value hard work and are committed to giving back to our employees. We strive to create a work environment that balances productivity with a healthy work-life balance. We encourage our team members to take initiative, be independent, and continuously seek ways to improve and innovate.

Opportunities for Growth

While this role does not involve managing a team, there are significant opportunities for professional development and career progression as the company grows.