Senior PHP Engineer

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Senior Software Engineer (PHP).

POSITION INFO:
Industry: Fintech
Role: Hybrid (based in Centurion, South Africa)

A leading Fintech company is looking for a Senior Software Engineer (PHP) to join their Financial Services Engineering team in Centurion (hybrid role). This company is transforming financial inclusion across emerging markets, enabling safe, affordable, and reliable financial services for underserved communities.

Work on impactful projects, leverage the latest technologies, and be part of a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative culture that fosters growth!

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 or equivalent (Essential).
• IT Degree or Diploma (Desirable).

• 7+ years experience as a Software Engineer.
• IT Degree - BSc or BComp.
• Strong PHP background with experience in PHP frameworks & open-source technologies.
• Experience with Docker for building, testing, and deploying applications.
• Database management (data migration, transformation, and scripting).
• Strong experience with modern Git workflows (CI/CD, pull requests, and code reviews).
• Understanding of design patterns and principles (SOLID, OOP, microservices, and RESTful APIs).
• Cloud technologies experience (AWS).
• Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban).

• Code Excellence: Write high-quality, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Feature Development: Design and implement medium-to-large features.
• Technical Leadership: Provide mentorship, technical advice, and improve engineering quality.
• Collaboration: Work within cross-functional teams, contributing to a culture of innovation and efficiency.
• Process Improvement: Continuously enhance team processes and best practices.

• Strong communication & leadership skills.
• Problem-solving, critical thinking, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with accounting principles (double-entry bookkeeping, financial statements, etc.).

• Be part of a mission-driven company that impacts millions of lives.
• Work with a collaborative, forward-thinking team.
• Access to cutting-edge technologies and opportunities for growth.