Full-Stack Backend Developer (PHP)

Full-Stack Backend Developer (PHP) Centurion – Onsite Market-related (Based on qualifications & experience) Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and experienced Full-Stack Backend Developer (PHP) to join a dynamic development team based in Centurion. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems while contributing to front-end functionality where required. This role requires strong backend architecture capabilities combined with solid full-stack exposure and the ability to work in a structured, onsite development environment. Key Responsibilities Develop, test, and maintain scalable web applications using PHP Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services Work with databases to design, optimize, and maintain data structures Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements Write clean, secure, and maintainable code Participate in system architecture discussions and technical planning Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve performance issues Ensure application security and data protection standards Perform code reviews and maintain version control Contribute to system documentation and development standards Minimum Requirements Diploma or Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field Proven experience as a PHP Developer (Full-Stack exposure required) Strong backend development experience Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles Experience working with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) Experience building and consuming REST APIs Experience with version control systems (Git) Understanding of MVC frameworks Technical Skills (Must-Have) PHP (advanced proficiency) Laravel, Symfony, or similar PHP frameworks SQL & database optimization HTML, CSS, JavaScript API development & integration Authentication & security implementation Nice to Have Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) Docker / containerization exposure CI/CD pipelines DevOps practices understanding Performance optimization experience Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments Competencies Strong problem-solving ability Analytical mindset Ability to work independently Strong communication skills Ability to work under pressure Detail-oriented with structured coding standards