Senior Full-Stack Engineer: Lead Delivery & Platform Growth

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

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