Job Description

Our client is seeking a skilled full-stack JavaScript developer who thrives in intellectually stimulating environments where innovation meets impact on a vibrant 25-person platform development team!
Build and enhance a sophisticated SaaS developer platform using TypeScript, React, Node.js, GraphQL, and MongoDB to create custom applications that empower global development teams!
The ideal candidate is a passionate full-stack developer with 4+ years of JavaScript experience who brings expertise in modern frontend and backend technologies, excels at breaking down complex requirements into scalable solutions, demonstrates enthusiasm for AI/LLM integration, and enjoys mentoring others while solving challenging problems on the SCP.apps platform!
Advanced full-stack JavaScript development with React and Node.js
Hybrid and remote working flexibility with 1960 flexible annual hours
SaaS platform development role with GraphQL and cloud technologies
POSITION: Contract: 01 March 2026 31 December 2028
EXPERIENCE: 4+ years in full-stack JavaScript development or similar role
COMMENCEMENT: 01 March 2026
LOCATION: Hybrid: Midrand/Menlyn/Rosslyn/Home Office rotation
TEAM: Platform Development / SCP.apps
Qualifications / Experience

• IT Degree and/or relevant qualifications
• 4+ years of experience in full-stack JavaScript development, or a similar role
• Strong understanding of software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies, such as Agile

Essential Skills Requirements

• TypeScript / JavaScript (ES6+)
• Node.js (Express.js, Apollo)
• React (with Typescript) and backend development experience
• GraphQL
• MongoDB & Redis
• Docker & Docker Compose
• Git

Advantageous Skills Requirements

• CSS and styling frameworks
• Ant Design (antd)
• AWS experience, especially ECS and Lambda
• Effective integration between different technologies
• Coordination between the environments applied
• Planning and monitoring
• Requirements management and communication
• Identification and management of risks
• Passion for IT architecture and hands on software development
• Interest or experience in AI, LLM and prompting techniques

Role Requirements

• As a Proficient Full-Stack Developer, you will contribute to the development and enhancement of our SaaS platform, working closely with other team members to create and deploy custom apps, as well as improve the overall user experience
• Managing projects / processes / epics / user stories
• Analyse and break down complex requirements into scalable solutions
• Ability to develop within a specific sought-after programming language and integrate different technologies to a fully functioning platform
• Utilize the latest cloud computing technologies, business drivers and emerging computing trends to drive the roadmap of the platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy custom applications and features for the SCP.APPS platform
• Develop full-stack features using Node.js, Apollo, React, Webpack, GraphQL, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and REST APIs
• Implement and maintain reusable UI components, global React router, user data handling, authentication, and permission model
• Innovate using LLMs and prompting techniques to enhance performance and user experience
• Participate in code reviews, ensure coding standards, and maintain high-quality code
• Mentor junior developers
• Provide community technical support (2nd and 3rd level support on a rotational basis)
• Continuously improve skillsets and stay updated on tech trends

NB:
South African citizens/residents preferred. Valid work permit holders will be considered. By applying, you consent to be added to the database and to receive updates until you unsubscribe. If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
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