Php Developer Johannesburg - Remote

Zakheni Ict (Pty) Ltd; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A growing tech company is looking for talented Junior to Senior PHP Developers to join their team in Polokwane. The role involves developing high-quality PHP applications, collaborating on innovative solutions, and maintaining an understanding of PHP frameworks. Ideal candidates will have over three years of experience in PHP development and a passion for coding. Applicants must also be prepared to provide key documentation and assessments during the application process.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in PHP development.
• Strong understanding of PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.
• Ability to obtain a competent rating on recruitment assessments.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy high-quality PHP applications.
• Design and develop database schemas for applications.
• Collaborate with team members to implement solutions.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Proficiency in PHP

Experience with Laravel

Knowledge of Git

Education

NQF Level 5+ in Computer Science

Job description

Junior to Senior PHP Developer

We are seeking talented and experienced Junior to Senior PHP Developers to join our growing team.

The ideal candidates will have a passion for coding and a strong understanding of PHP development principles and the software development life-cycle.

They will also be proficient in designing and implementing database solutions.

This role will involve collaborating with our team to design, develop, and maintain a PHP-based application that meets our clients' needs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interpret and refine software specifications.
• Develop, test, and deploy a high-quality PHP application that interacts with the database to create dynamic web pages.
• Design and develop database schemas for applications.
• Collaborate with team members to design and implement solutions that meet project requirements.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest PHP development trends and best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
• Write and maintain software documentation.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• NQF Level 5+ Computer Science or a related IT qualification.
• 3+ years of professional experience in PHP development.
• Strong understanding of PHP frameworks such as Laravel, Symfony, or CodeIgniter.
• Experience with version control systems such as Git.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.
• Preference will be given to citizens from the SADC region who are resident in South Africa.
• Obtain a competent rating on the ZTQ Solutions' battery of recruitment assessments, covering:
  Assessment 1: Cognitive skills (online, multiple-choice)
  Assessment 2: Math (online, multiple-choice)
  Assessment 3 and 4: English comprehension (reading and audio) (online, multiple-choice)
  Assessment 5: Software development (practical)

Documentation Required for Application

Before you apply, make the following three zipped files:
Zip 1: Contains your cover letter and curriculum vitae containing TWO references that you authorise us to contact by virtue of your application.
Zip 2: Contains all relevant tertiary‑level certificates together with their transcripts (if relevant).

Zip 3: Contains your RSA ID document (or passport and proof of residents' status, if you are not a permanent resident of SA).

Application Process

Select the Job option called: PHP Software Developer. Proceed to complete the online forms. When asked, upload Zip 1, Zip 2 and Zip 3 respectively as you page through the application forms.