Full Stack Developer

Summary

Full Stack Developer building and maintaining web applications with a focus on Laravel (PHP backend) and React front-end, including RESTful APIs and deployment on cloud platforms.

Ability Executive Recruitment | Full time

Full Stack Developer

Pretoria, South Africa | Posted on 27/08/2026

We are looking for anintermediate to senior experienced Full Stack Developer to join our dynamicteam. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and maintainingfeatures for our web-based system, in close collaboration with an existing team,utilising a range of technologies with special focus on Laravel and React.

  • Design, develop, and maintain web applicationsusing PHP and the Laravel framework.
  • Write clean, well-structured, and efficient codefollowing best practices.
  • Build and optimize RESTful APIs for data exchangebetween the server and clients.
  • Conduct unit testing and debugging to ensureapplication quality and performance.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define,design, and ship new features.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies andindustry trends to continuously improve skills.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science,Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Experience: 5+ years of experience in PHPdevelopment, with a strong focus on Laravel.
  • Skills: Proficient in PHP, MySQL, and Laravelframework.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g.,Git).
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and web services.
  • Soft Skills.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention todetail.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to work independently and manage multipletasks.
  • Experience with front-end frameworks (React, orAngular).
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (Forge, Runcloud) anddeployment processes.

Desired Skills:

  • PHP
  • SQL
  • Laravel
  • Ability to navigate Linux based web servers

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