Hire Resolve’s client is seeking a skilled and analytical PHP/Web Developer who can assess the broader impact of their work while delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions, to join their team in Johannesburg. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, is a proactive problem-solver, and can effectively communicate with stakeholders. This role combines technical expertise with critical thinking and attention to detail in both code and personal presentation.

Top Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain PHP-based web applications.
• Design user interfaces with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring a smooth user experience.
• Analyse business requirements and evaluate their system-wide impact before implementation.
• Collaborate with clients to gather, refine, and document requirements.
• Integrate and manage data from various back-end services and databases.
• Identify risks and issues in development, proposing viable solutions.
• Maintain clean, well-documented, efficient code that adheres to best practices.
• Provide troubleshooting and support across systems for multiple clients.
• Efficiently manage expectations, development timelines, and deliverables.
• Contribute to the full software development life-cycle in an agile environment.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of web development experience.
• Proficient in PHP, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript libraries.
• Strong understanding of relational databases and web application development.
• Experience in systems analysis and assessing the impact of changes on business operations.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and business acumen.
• Professional presentation and personal hygiene.

Advantageous Skills:

• Experience with Vue.js.
• Java development experience.
• Familiarity with the financial services industry.

Core Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess changes' impact on the system as a whole.
• Problem-Solving: Using logic and reasoning to evaluate solutions and implement the best approach.
• Systems Analysis: Understanding how system components interact and affect overall performance.
• Active Learning: Keeping up with industry trends and applying new knowledge to problem-solving.
• User Experience Focus: Designing intuitive, accessible user interfaces.
• Efficiency: Getting the job done on time with high standards.

If you're a forward-thinking developer with a passion for clean code and personal responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [email protected] or visit our website: www.hireresolve.co.za 

You can also connect with Rachel van Dyk on LinkedIn or [email protected]

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position. Should you not hear from us within 3 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.