Senior PHP Developer

OfferZen; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading developer job marketplace is seeking a Senior PHP Developer in Johannesburg. Candidates should have over 6 years of experience in PHP development, including database integration and RESTful services. Collaboration skills with frontend developers and a problem-solving mindset are essential. The position discusses optimizing application speed and scalability and offers a comprehensive support system for candidates.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant experience.
• Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements.
• Collaborate with Frontend developers (team) in integrating user facing elements.
• Experience in microservices architecture and RESTful API services.
• Experience working in an English speaking environment.

Skills

Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills

Optimization of the application for maximum speed and scalability

Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests

Data migration, transformation, and scripting

Tools

PHP

Laravel

Symfony

Job description

Senior PHP Developer

Are you a talented senior PHP developer looking for your Dream Developer Job? OfferZen, the developer jobs marketplace, reverses the job search process. We connect developers with a vast network of top tech companies that are eager to apply to interview you!

This could be the last job posting you ever have to click on! Why waste time applying to 100 different companies when you could build one OfferZen profile and have them come to you? You'll also receive upfront information about the tech stack, role, and salary, so you can make an informed decision on which companies align with your preferences and career goals.

How OfferZen works

• Sign up for free and complete your OfferZen profile
• Up to 2000 companies in Africa and Europe will see your profile
• Sit back and have companies apply to interview you
• Your personal career coach will help you with salary benchmarks, interview preparation and job offers
• Land your dream developer job with ease!

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements
• Collaborate with Frontend developers (team) in integrating user facing elements
• Proficient coding in PHP, with an excellent knowledge of its frameworks like Laravel / Symfony
• Experience in microservices architecture and RESTful API services
• Experience working in an English speaking environment

Skills

• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills
• Optimization of the application for maximum speed and scalability
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
• Data migration, transformation, and scripting

Nice to have

• Basic understanding of frontend Javascript frameworks such as Angular, React, and Vue
• Knowledge of CI / CD practices
• Familiarity working with Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP etc.)