Recruiter:
Network Recruitment
Job Ref:
ITA005771/Caity
Date posted:
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
SUMMARY:
An established, technologyâdriven organisation is expanding its engineering team and is looking for a capable Backend PHP Developer to contribute to the build and optimisation of robust digital platforms. This opportunity offers exposure to modern development practices, collaborative teams, and systems that operate at scale.
POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
You will work in an environment that values clean code, continuous improvement, and shared ownership across the development lifecycle. This role is suited to someone who enjoys problemâsolving, taking initiative, and growing their technical skill set while delivering real business impact. If you are looking for a role where your backend expertise is valued and your contribution is visible, this could be your next move.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain backend services and APIs using modern PHP frameworks
- Design and optimise database structures to support scalable applications
- Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, and product teams to deliver quality solutions
- Participate in code reviews and contribute to bestâpractice development standards
- Investigate performance issues and implement effective improvements
Job Experience and Skills Required:
- Relevant qualification in IT, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in backend PHP development
- Strong understanding of objectâoriented programming principles
- Experience working with relational databases such as MySQL
- Familiarity with APIs, version control, and collaborative development workflows
- Exposure to testing, containerised environments, or deployment processes will be advantageous
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment
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For more information, contact:
Caitlin Ferley
Recruitment Consultant
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