Senior Software Developer PHP and Laravel

3 days ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Yo-loco Full time
Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Developer with expertise in PHP and Laravel to lead the development of high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate will play a key role in architecting, designing, and implementing scalable solutions, mentoring junior developers, and ensuring the delivery of robust, secure, and efficient software systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Software Architecture & Development:

• Design, develop, and maintain complex web and mobile applications using Flutter, Android, Laravel, PHP, and MySQL.

• Lead architectural decisions to ensure scalability, security, and performance.

• Design, document and implement best practices for software development, code quality, and security.

• Maintain and improve existing applications, ensuring long-term maintainability.

2. API Development & Third-Party Integrations:

• Develop and manage RESTful APIs for seamless integration with external services and frontend applications.

• Work with third-party services, including payment gateways, authentication providers, and cloud storage.

• Ensure API security, OAuth authentication, and data protection compliance.

3. Database Management & Performance Optimization:

• Design and optimize database schemas and queries for high-performance applications.

• Implement database indexing, caching strategies, and query optimization techniques.

• Manage data migrations, backups, and recovery processes.

4. Leadership & Mentorship:

• Guide and mentor junior and mid-level developers, conducting code reviews and technical training.

• Promote a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the development team.

• Lead technical discussions and architectural reviews.

5. DevOps & Deployment:

• Design, Implement and Manage CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and efficient deployment processes.

• Design, Configure and maintain cloud hosting.

• Monitor and improve application reliability, uptime, and system health.

6. Testing, Debugging & Security:

• Implement unit testing, integration testing, and automated testing strategies.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software bugs and security vulnerabilities.

• Ensure compliance with industry security standards.

Requirements & Qualifications:

- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

- Experience: Minimum 5+ years of experience in PHP development, with at least 3+ years working with Laravel.

- Technical Skills:

• Expertise in PHP, Laravel, MySQL, and MVC architecture.

• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming (OOP) and design patterns.

• Experience with mobile frontend development.

• Proficiency in Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms.

• Experience with GraphQL and WebSockets is a plus.

- Soft Skills:

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

• Passion for continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with serverless computing (AWS Lambda, Firebase Functions, etc.).

• Knowledge of NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Firebase, DynamoDB).

• Experience with blockchain or AI-powered applications.

Please Note:

* Candidates from Pretoria and surrounding areas will be given preference.

* Candidates with Afrikaans as first language will be given preference.

* Should you not receive any feedback regarding your application, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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