SUMMARY:
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 RoleAs 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.
POSITION INFO:
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
LocationPretoria, 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
