PHP Developer (Cape Town)

DataFin; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic Software Development company in Cape Town is searching for a PHP Software Developer to join their team. The ideal candidate should have a solid background in PHP development and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and maintaining software, as well as collaborating with teams to provide technical solutions. Experience in PHP frameworks like Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proven professional experience in PHP development.
• Proficiency with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software using PHP.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented PHP code.

Skills

PHP development

Problem-solving skills

Collaboration skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Laravel

Symfony

CodeIgniter

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Git

Job description

Overview

Our client seeks a PHP Software Developer to join their team in Cape Town. They are a dynamic Software Development company specializing in bespoke software solutions, architecture consulting, and systems integration. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in PHP development and thrive in high-pressure, fast-paced environments. A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience, is preferred.

Duties

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality software using PHP.
• Build robust backend solutions and integrate with front-end technologies and third-party services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented PHP code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and issues promptly.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement in code quality.
• Stay current with PHP trends, frameworks, and emerging technologies to ensure cutting-edge solutions.
• Contribute to a collaborative, innovative, and growth-oriented team environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Proven professional experience in PHP development.
• Proficiency with PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.
• Strong understanding of OOP, MVC architecture, and software design patterns.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Exposure to RESTful APIs and web services.

Attributes

• Experience working in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.