Job Summary
Overview
We are seeking a skilled Full Stack PHP Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing web applications across the entire stack — including backend logic, database architecture, and front-end interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and improve web applications using PHP.
- Design and integrate RESTful APIs and third-party services.
- Build responsive and interactive front-end interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.
- Collaborate closely with designers, product owners, and fellow developers to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Write clean, scalable, and testable code aligned with industry best practices.
- Manage and optimize MySQL databases and queries.
- Maintain codebases via Git (Bitbucket).
- Participate in code reviews, QA processes, and deployments.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing systems and features.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 3+ years’ experience in full stack web development.
- Strong PHP skills with experience in modern frameworks — Yii preferred, Laravel also acceptable.
- Solid understanding of HTML, CSS, JavaScript (ES6+).
- Experience with JavaScript libraries such as jQuery.
- Proficiency in MySQL and relational database design.
- Experience working with RESTful APIs, JSON, and AJAX.
- Strong grasp of MVC architecture and OOP principles.
- Experience using Git and working within Agile methodologies.
- Good understanding of web security standards (XSS, CSRF, SQL injection protection).
Nice to Have
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
- Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g., Google Cloud Platform).
- Basic Linux server administration knowledge.
- Experience in Agile/Scrum environments.
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field — or equivalent practical experience.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.
- Clear communication and collaborative mindset.
- High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies
Apply for this role today, contact Sune Pienaar at Hire Resolve or on LinkedIn
You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV: itcareers@hireresolve.za.com
We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy.
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Hire Resolve is one of the larger and more agile South African recruitment companies that focus on placing professionals and skilled people in permanent employment and contract employment. We prefer and focus on working with top quality professionals and candidates in South Africa and Africa.
Hire Resolve has successfully placed Engineering, Mining, IT, Manufacturing and Finance professionals with top firms across the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Gauteng and in Africa. Hire Resolve has assisted candidates to find jobs at over 100 JSE listed companies of which many are global companies with offices and operations in South Africa and Africa. It is for this reason that we are well respected in the industries we operate in and in the recruitment industry.