Senior Web Developer

Switch Telecom; Johannesburg; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company is seeking a Senior Web Developer to join their fully remote team. The role involves developing new web applications and troubleshooting existing PHP applications. Ideal candidates should have at least 8 years of PHP development experience in a LAMP environment and strong skills in MySQL, Linux, and front-end technologies. This position offers competitive packages and a chance to work with cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• Min of 8 years experience in PHP application development within a LAMP environment.
• Min of 6 years experience with Linux, Apache, MySQL administration.
• Min of 6 years experience in HTML & JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop new database-driven web applications and web services.
• Implement modifications to existing PHP applications.
• Troubleshoot PHP applications effectively.

Skills

PHP application development

Linux administration

MySQL administration

HTML

JavaScript

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

B.Sc. in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PHP

MySQL

Linux

Laravel

Vue.js

JavaScript

HTML5

jQuery

Job description

Senior Web Developer

Join to apply for the Senior Web Developer role at Switch Telecom. Switch Telecom is looking for Senior PHP Developers who are looking for exciting challenges within the Communication Industry. The position is fully remote and we offer competitive packages and perks. Join us and be a part of something exceptional!

Key Performance Areas

• Development of new database-driven web applications and web services.
• Development of modifications and add-on modules to existing PHP applications.
• Troubleshooting of PHP applications.
• The candidate must have a good understanding of MySQL, databases, SQL queries and query optimisation.
• Think laterally and can find feasible and secure solutions to problems working under high pressure.
• Exceptional quality of output and attention to detail are a natural part of your skill set.
• Adheres to best practices and standards.
• Self-starter and enjoys leading-edge technology.
• You would like to make a meaningful contribution and can work efficiently on your own as well as in a team.
• Must be a resourceful person able to find elegant solutions in an environment where new challenges often arise.
• Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Detail-oriented, motivated, self-starter who can work without supervision.

Required Skills / Experience

• Min of 8 years: PHP application development in a LAMP environment.
• Min of 6 years: Linux, Apache, MySQL administration.
• Min of 6 years: HTML & JavaScript.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Key technologies: PHP, MYSQL, LINUX, LARAVEL, VUEJS, JAVASCRIPT, JQUERY, HTML5.

Additional Factors

• Proficiency in C / C++, Asterisk, AGI, VoIP systems.
• Experience working with MVC Frameworks (Laravel / Symfony / Zend).
• B.Sc. in Computer Science or Field of study preferred.
• Experience in Telecommunications.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type: Full-time.

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology.

Industry: Telecommunications.