Senior Full Stack Developer, PHP, React.js

STACK IT Recruitment

Senior Full Stack Developer enhancing enterprise web applications in the education sector. Building features and modern APIs while collaborating with product teams in a hybrid work environment.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeWaterloo • 🇨🇦 CanadaSenior💰 CA$110,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Full Stack Development with a focus on PHP and React, delivering scalable web applications and RESTful APIs. Proficient in relational databases like MariaDB and MySQL, with strong problem-solving and communication skills to bridge technical and business requirements.

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Full Stack DevelopmentPHPReactRESTful API DevelopmentMariaDB

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Hard Skills

PHPReactRESTful API DevelopmentMariaDBMySQLSoftware ArchitectureDistributed Application DesignCI/CDAgile DevelopmentCode Review

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCommunication SkillsCollaboration SkillsProactive Mindset

Tools & Technologies

GitCI/CD PipelinesModern Frontend TechnologiesTechnical Documentation

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Web ApplicationsScalable IntegrationsTechnical PlanningBusiness Requirements

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

MariaDBMySQLPHPReact

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain enterprise web applications using **PHP** and **React**
Build and enhance RESTful APIs and backend services supporting modern web applications
Develop responsive, user-friendly interfaces with React and modern frontend technologies
Modernize existing application components by introducing scalable integrations and improving system architecture
Work with **MariaDB**, **MySQL**, and related backend technologies to deliver reliable, high-performing applications
Collaborate with Product to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions
Participate in application architecture, feature design, and technical planning discussions
Perform code reviews, troubleshoot complex application issues, and promote clean, maintainable code
Contribute to CI/CD improvements, development standards, and technical documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of professional Full Stack development experience, with strong commercial expertise in **PHP** and **React**
Experience designing and developing scalable web applications, RESTful APIs, and enterprise software solutions
Strong understanding of relational databases, including **MariaDB**, **MySQL**, or similar technologies
Experience working with modern software architecture and distributed application design
Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologies
The ability to translate business requirements into practical, well-designed technical solutions
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams
A proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive vacation package with additional time awarded based on tenure.
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage from Day One, plus a Healthcare Spending Account.
Annual professional development allowance to support continued learning and career growth.