Position Summary:

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

Key Responsibilities:

1. Software Architecture & Development

• Design, develop, and maintain complex web and mobile applications using 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 for long-term sustainability

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 such as payment gateways, authentication providers, and cloud storage
• Ensure API security, OAuth authentication, and data protection

3. Database Management & Performance Optimization

• Design and optimize database schemas and queries for high-performance applications
• Implement database indexing, caching strategies, and optimization techniques
• Manage data migrations, backup processes, and recovery procedures

4. Leadership & Mentorship

• Lead and mentor junior and mid-level developers, conduct code reviews, and provide technical training
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the development team
• Lead technical discussions and architecture reviews

5. DevOps & Deployment

• Design, implement, and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and efficient deployment
• Set up and maintain cloud services
• Monitor and improve application reliability, load times, and system health

6. Testing, Debugging & Security

• Implement unit tests, integration tests, and automated testing strategies
• Identify, debug, 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 of 5+ years of experience in RESTful APIs, Firebase, and mobile UI/UX principles (Flutter/Android), PHP development, with at least 3+ years of experience in Laravel

• Language: Must be Afrikaans-speaking

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in RESTful APIs, Firebase, mobile UI/UX principles, 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:

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Passion for continuous learning and technology innovation