PHP Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer (PHP) required in Centurion, this is a hybrid role for a Financial Services company. The role will be an integral part of various projects and shaping products available. It will offer exciting challenges, leverage the latest tools and technologies, and make a tangible impact on a global scale.

Responsibilities

1. Writing code that serves as an example for other software engineers
2. Applied and energetic involvement in the design and implementation of medium to-large size features
3. Demonstrating a broad knowledge of industry trends and standards, our infrastructure, and our delivery system
4. Providing technical advice and weighing in on technical decisions that impact the team or the company at large
5. Improving the overall quality of engineering done and consistently taking steps to support the success
6. Mentoring others to accelerate their career growth and encouraging them to participate
7. Building on the team processes and looking for ways to improve them

Qualifications

1. Grade 12 or equivalent
2. Relevant IT degree or diploma

Skills & Experience

1. 5+ years’ experience working as a PHP Software Engineer
2. Experience in PHP frameworks & related open-source technologies
3. Ability to build, test, and deploy applications using Docker
4. Experience with modern Git workflows
5. Experience with Agile Software Development Methodologies
6. Applied understanding of design patterns and principles
7. Applied understanding of web application architecture and object-oriented programming
8. Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful API services