Senior Full Stack Developer

Flair TM; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Flair TM in Pretoria, South Africa, is seeking a senior Full Stack Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable SaaS applications. You will own delivery cadences, translate business requirements into delivery plans, and ensure robust, long-term solutions across frontend and backend systems.

The role requires PHP/Laravel expertise, API development, and experience with React or Angular. Candidates should be comfortable with MySQL, Git, Linux, and cloud deployment tools such as Forge or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in PHP development (Laravel essential).
• Strong experience in API development and system integrations.
• Proficiency in MySQL, Git, and Linux environments (non-negotiable).
• Experience with frontend frameworks such as React or Angular.
• Exposure to cloud platforms and deployment tools (e.g. Forge, Runcloud).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using PHP and Laravel.
• Build and optimise RESTful APIs for integrations.
• Contribute to frontend development using React or similar frameworks.
• Own delivery cadence including sprint execution, stand-ups, and release readiness.
• Translate business and commercial requirements into structured delivery plans.
• Ensure durable, long-term fixes rather than short-term solutions.
• Guide teams in resolving frontend, backend, and integration challenges.
• Coordinate QA cycles, testing, and release planning.
• Support scalable platform growth and integrations.
• Work closely with product, operations, and commercial teams.

Skills

Full stack development

Delivery ownership

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

Laravel

React

Angular

MySQL

Git

Linux

Forge

Runcloud

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Full Stack Development (Developer Jobs South Africa)

• Design, develop, and maintain web applications using PHP and Laravel
• Build and optimise RESTful APIs for integrations
• Contribute to frontend development using React or similar frameworks
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code following best practices

Delivery Ownership & Execution (Senior Developer Jobs)

• Own delivery cadence including sprint execution, stand-ups, and release readiness
• Translate business and commercial requirements into structured delivery plans
• Ensure consistent delivery momentum and high-quality outputs

System Stability & Quality Management

• Manage bug triage, defect resolution, and backlog prioritisation
• Monitor platform stability, incidents, and regressions
• Ensure durable, long-term fixes rather than short-term solutions

Architecture & Technical Oversight

• Review system architecture and identify execution risks early
• Analyse logs, API responses, and system behaviour to diagnose issues
• Guide teams in resolving frontend, backend, and integration challenges

Testing, Release & Continuous Improvement

• Coordinate QA cycles, testing, and release planning
• Improve deployment processes and system reliability
• Support scalable platform growth and integrations

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with product, operations, and commercial teams
• Align technical delivery with business objectives and market needs
• Provide structured reporting on delivery performance and risks

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5+ years' experience in PHP development (Laravel essential)
• Strong experience in API development and system integrations
• Proficiency in MySQL, Git, and Linux environments (non-negotiable)
• Experience with frontend frameworks such as React or Angular
• Exposure to cloud platforms and deployment tools (e.g. Forge, Runcloud)

Key Skills

• Strong full stack development capability (backend + frontend exposure)
• Ability to balance hands-on coding with delivery ownership
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in SaaS or enterprise environments
• Ability to manage complexity, scale, and multiple priorities
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Location

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa

Why Apply

• Work on a large-scale SaaS platform in the student accommodation sector
• Exposure to enterprise systems, APIs, and high-volume environments
• Opportunity to influence system architecture, delivery, and platform stability
• Join a fast-paced, innovation-driven technology environment
• Strong career growth into technical leadership or platform ownership roles