Senior Web Developer | Contract

IQbusiness; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

IQbusiness is seeking a Senior Web Developer for a 12-month contract in Welgemoed, Cape Town. The role is hybrid (3 days on-site; 2 days WFH) and focuses on WordPress-driven web solutions using PHP, MySQL, and modern front-end tech.

You’ll lead design, develop custom themes/plugins, and integrate APIs for an international client. Minimum 5 years full-stack experience with WordPress, strong PHP skills, and familiarity with REST APIs, Docker, and CI/CD are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of full-stack development experience with strong WordPress focus.
• Proficiency in PHP and WordPress core, themes and plugins.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development within PHP and WordPress ecosystems.
• Develop and maintain custom WordPress APIs and integrations.
• Collaborate with UI/UX to translate designs into responsive interfaces (Bootstrap, React/Angular).
• Ensure performance, security and quality through reviews and testing.
• Mentor teammates and contribute to development standards.

Skills

WordPress

PHP

MySQL

REST APIs

Frontend tech

Bootstrap

React/Angular

Git

Docker

DevOps

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Git

WordPress REST API

Job description

# Senior Web Developer | ContractGlobal Business Services South AfricaCape Town, Western CapeContractApply NowView All JobsPosted **1 OCTOBER 2026** - Closing Date **30 NOVEMBER 2026**## Job Descriptioniqbusiness is seeking to employ a Senior Web Developer on a 12-month contract to collaborate with an international client from our offices in Welgemoed, Cape Town, Northern Suburbs. This is a hybrid role (3 days on-site; 2 days WFH). The Senior Web Developer is responsible for leading the design, development, and maintenance of both front-end and back-end components of web applications, with a specialised focus on the WordPress ecosystem. They should be comfortable working extensively with PHP and WordPress core, themes, plugins, databases, servers, APIs, and modern client-side technologies. This role requires strong solution design capabilities, the ability to debug independently, and experience delivering complex, customised web solutions.Key Responsibilities:* Lead solution design and create new developments within PHP and WordPress, including custom themes, plugins, and API integrations* Develop and maintain custom APIs within WordPress and integrate seamlessly with third-party services* Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers to translate complex designs into functional and responsive user interfaces, leveraging Bootstrap, React, or Angular as needed* Design and deliver complex website platforms with advanced functionality* Debug independently, analyse problems, and propose effective solutions* Optimise WordPress applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security* Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for WordPress themes, plugins, and custom functionalities* Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical teams and business stakeholders* Contribute to presentations and requirement gathering sessions to ensure alignment with business needs* Ensure security and data protection best practices are consistently followed across all WordPress development* Participate actively in code reviews and team meetings, providing mentorship and contributing to development standards* Stay up to date with emerging WordPress advancements, web technologies, and industry trendsMinimum Requirements:* Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (advantageous)* Minimum of 5 years’ full-stack development experience, with strong emphasis on WordPress* Proficiency in front-end technologies* Experience with Bootstrap for building responsive, mobile-first UI components and layouts* Strong back-end development experience with PHP, specifically deep expertise in WordPress core, theme, and plugin development* Extensive experience with databases such as MySQL for WordPress applications* Familiarity with RESTful APIs (WordPress REST API and external services)* Expert knowledge of version control systems like Git* Strong understanding of WordPress architecture, hooks, filters, and best practices for performance and security* Experience with containerisation tools like Docker for WordPress development environments (advantageous)* Understanding of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) as they apply to WordPress deployments (advantageous)* Experience with testing frameworks and tools (e.g., PHPUnit for WordPress) (advantageous)Skills Required:* Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently* Strong communication skills, able to bridge technical and non-technical audiences* Experience gathering requirements and translating them into technical solutions* Ability to present solutions clearly and persuasively to stakeholders *Note: As all business roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.**IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.*