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Senior Software Developer (PHP Larevel)

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  • R100 per month
  • Permanent Senior position
  • Pretoria
  • Posted 09 Dec 2025 by Recru-it
  • Expires in 3 days
  • Job 2627949 - Ref PE011427

About the position

Our client is seeking a Senior Software Developer with extensive, hands-on experience in Laravel, Docker, MS SQL (especially Stored Procedures), and Azure. This is a senior-level technical role requiring deep expertise, independence, and strong diagnostic skills.
Mandatory Technical Requirements

  • Laravel & PHP (Senior-Level Expertise)
    • Minimum 5+ years professional Laravel experience.
    • Strong understanding of modern PHP, OOP, and best practices.
    • Proven ability to architect, develop, and maintain complex backend systems and APIs.



 

  • MS SQL – Advanced Database Skills
    • Strong experience with MS SQL Server development.
    • Must have extensive experience with:
    • Stored Procedures (non-negotiable requirement)
    • Views, triggers, functions, indexing
    • Capable of optimizing queries and improving database performance.



 

  • Docker & Containerized Development
    • Skilled at creating and maintaining Docker environments.
    • Proficient with Docker Compose and container-based workflows.
    • Experience troubleshooting and optimizing container setups.



 

  • Linux (Mandatory)
    • Strong command-line proficiency.
    • Ability to manage services, permissions, configurations, and debugging on Linux systems.



 

  • Git (Mandatory)
    • Deep understanding of Git for version control.
    • Experienced with branching and merging strategies, pull request workflows, conflict resolution.
    • Experience working with Bitbucket repositories will be an advantage.



 

  • Azure Experience (Mandatory)
    • Hands-on experience deploying, managing, or integrating applications in Microsoft Azure.
    • Familiarity with Azure services relevant to web applications (App Services, SQL Databases, Storage, etc.).



 

  • Strong Advantage (Not Mandatory)
    • Makefiles
    • Bitbucket Pipelines
    • Fintech experience



 

  • Other Beneficial Skills
    • Jira
    • Flutter
    • Python




Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain high-quality backend systems using Laravel and PHP.
  • Develop, optimize, and maintain MS SQL Stored Procedures.
  • Use Docker for local, testing, and production environments.
  • Operate within Linux-based development and deployment environments.
  • Work collaboratively using Git (and Bitbucket), Jira, and Agile practices.
  • Participate in architectural planning, code reviews, and technical decision-making.
  • Deploy and manage applications within Azure environments.

 
Experience Requirements

  • Senior-level only — 5–7+ years relevant software development experience.
  • Proven experience with all mandatory technologies.

 
Soft Skills

  • Strong analytical and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Proactive and responsible work ethic.

Desired Skills:

  • Laravel & PHP
  • MS SQL
  • Docker
  • Linux
  • Git
  • Azure

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About the agency

Recruit IT Recruitment IT Recruitment and Talent Sourcing Specialists Offices in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth as well as Consultants working remotely across the country Telephone number 087 805 8536 www.recru-it.co.za >recru-it* COMPANY PROFILE Certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110% >Introduction* >recru-it*was established in August 2005 & specializes in and focuses on the full spectrum of positions within the IT and other sectors. We focus our approach on delivering a superior service to both our client and candidate, in all portfolios and phases throughout the Recruitment process, supporting real transformation within the IT Industry and other sectors through ethical and transparent business practices >Value added services* • Advertising Client Roles • Screening Applications • CV searches • Head Hunting Candidates • CV Selection • Labour Broking • Pay structure advice for client & candidate >Additional services on request* • Personal Reference checks • Credit checks • Criminal checks • ID checks • Academic checks • Qualification checks >Placements portfolio* • Software Engineering & Development • I.T. Solution Sales and Strategic Sales • Sales & marketing • Finance and Insurance • HR • Engineering • Administration / Office Management • Healthcare • FMCG • Warehousing / Logistics • Telecommunications • Training and Development • Executive and senior level placements • ERP & CRM Consultants • Project Management & Administration • I.T Executive Management • Business Analysis • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Network Engineering • Support • Testing • Product Support Specialists   >Operational structure * >recru-it*uses a flat open structure in our approach  Each consultant takes personal ownership for each client request. The consultants are account managers with their respective clients ensuring professional and personal interaction at all times.  Our team supports each other in an interactive, transparent manner to deliver highest quality candidates on each specification, thus ensuring a fast and effective turnaround time to fulfill your every labour requirement. >recru-it*was established in August 2005. Carbon foot print  We practice a 90% paperless environment as most of our duties are internet and electronic. >BEE Profile*  >recru-it*is owned by 2 individuals with 8 additional staff members • 50 % of the business is owned by a black person. • 50% of the business is women owned.  >recru-it*has been officially & precisely rated according to our company structure. • We have been certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110%. • Enterprise development – on site as well as external training courses for staff ensuring continuous skill improvement. • Corporate Social Investment – we do not have a formal CSI policy, but we do annual donations.

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