Senior Full Stack Developer (Permanent)

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer Start Date: 2026-08-24 - 2026-09-25 Vacancy Type: Permanent JHB000254 Sectors: Information Technology Property and Real Estate Location: Gauteng , Tshwane (Pretoria) Salary: 820000.00 - 960000.00 Annually Cost To Company Brief: backend developer jobs gauteng|backend developer jobs pretori|backend developer jobs south a|developer jobs gauteng|full stack developer jobs sout|full stack engineer jobs gaute|full stack engineer jobs preto|full stack engineer jobs south|laravel developer jobs gauteng|laravel developer jobs pretori|laravel developer jobs south a|php developer jobs gauteng api|senior full stack developer jo|senior laravel developer jobs |senior php developer jobs gaut|senior php developer jobs sout|senior php developer pretoria|senior software developer jobs|senior software engineer saas |software jobs south africa|tech jobs gauteng Senior Full Stack Developer Jobs Pretoria | Laravel | PHP | APIs | SaaS Platform A leading technology-driven organisation is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join a high-performing team delivering a large-scale, multi-tenant SaaS platform within the student accommodation sector. Based in Pretoria, Gauteng, this role is ideal for a technically strong developer who thrives in hands-on coding (±75%) while taking ownership of delivery outcomes (±25%) , contributing to system stability, scalability, and continuous platform improvement. About the Platform The platform, FG-Nexus, is a multi-tenant SaaS solution designed for large-scale student accommodation operators. It supports: Multi-property, multi-owner portfolios Thousands of beds under management Users across property, finance, operations, and executive teams Integrated workflows for tenants, owners, and service providers This environment requires robust system design, API integration, and scalable architecture . About the Role As a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will play a key role in building, optimising, and maintaining enterprise-grade applications , while also taking ownership of delivery execution, platform stability, and release quality. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions and ensure reliable system performance across a complex SaaS environment. Detail: Key Responsibilities Full Stack Development (Developer Jobs South Africa) Design, develop, and maintain web applications using PHP and Laravel Build and optimise RESTful APIs for integrations Contribute to frontend development using React or similar frameworks Write clean, scalable, and efficient code following best practices Delivery Ownership & Execution (Senior Developer Jobs) Own delivery cadence including sprint execution, stand-ups, and release readiness Translate business and commercial requirements into structured delivery plans Ensure consistent delivery momentum and high-quality outputs System Stability & Quality Management Manage bug triage, defect resolution, and backlog prioritisation Monitor platform stability, incidents, and regressions Ensure durable, long-term fixes rather than short-term solutions Architecture & Technical Oversight Review system architecture and identify execution risks early Analyse logs, API responses, and system behaviour to diagnose issues Guide teams in resolving frontend, backend, and integration challenges Testing, Release & Continuous Improvement Coordinate QA cycles, testing, and release planning Improve deployment processes and system reliability Support scalable platform growth and integrations Stakeholder Collaboration Work closely with product, operations, and commercial teams Align technical delivery with business objectives and market needs Provide structured reporting on delivery performance and risks Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field Minimum 5+ years' experience in PHP development (Laravel essential) Strong experience in API development and system integrations Proficiency in MySQL, Git, and Linux environments (non-negotiable) Experience with frontend frameworks such as React or Angular Exposure to cloud platforms and deployment tools (e.g. Forge, Runcloud) Key Skills Strong full stack development capability (backend + frontend exposure) Ability to balance hands-on coding with delivery ownership Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Experience working in SaaS or enterprise environments Ability to manage complexity, scale, and multiple priorities Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills Location Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa Why Apply Work on a large-scale SaaS platform in the student accommodation sector Exposure to enterprise systems, APIs, and high-volume environments Opportunity to influence system architecture, delivery, and platform stability Join a fast-paced, innovation-driven technology environment Strong career growth into technical leadership or platform ownership roles show more... For more information please contact: Somande Brown Apply