Job Description

Full Stack Engineer

Location:

South Africa (100% Remote)

Employment Type:

Permanent Contract

About Us

Blue Robot is a well-established tech company operating in South Africa, Kenya, and London, powering global campaigns for some of the world's biggest brands. Our technology transforms

passive scrolls into measurable moments of action

, built to drive engagement and prove performance. We work across , Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Spotify, Pinterest and creating high-impact experiences that deliver real results.



We're building for the

advertising and marketing industry

, which means we care deeply about the craft of marketing itself. We look for people who share our passion for this industry, who immerse themselves in its trends and challenges, and who contribute ideas for formats and experiences that win awards and push boundaries.



Our next chapter is defined by

generative AI as our primary method of development

. We're investing in the systems, tooling, and vision that will power our future -- and we want you to be part of building that core foundation.

The Role

We are looking for a curious, intelligent, and ambitious

Full Stack JavaScript Developer

who's ready to buy into our vision and help us shape the future of marketing technology.



You will work across the full SDLC -- from architecture sessions, planning, and estimation, to development, testing, and debugging. You'll implement front-end designs from wireframes and templates using React, and ensure seamless back-end integration for a high-quality, scalable experience.



Most importantly, you'll be part of a team that:


Innovates new ad formats and engagement tools for global brands. Builds award-winning solutions that stand out in the marketing industry. Pushes Blue Robot toward a future where

generative AI is our primary development engine

.

What You'll Do

Develop and maintain existing custom-built software. Create new features and tools designed to enhance campaign performance. Integrate with third-party APIs (Meta, , Spotify, etc.). Collaborate on impactful formats that drive engagement and win awards. Contribute to the core system that will power our long-term vision. Champion clean, maintainable, and scalable code.

Must-Have Skills & Experience

React

(4+ years)

JavaScript

(3+ years)

Node.js

(2+ years) MySQL Proven experience building scalable web-based APIs. Strong engineering mindset and problem-solving skills. Passion for marketing and advertising -- with an interest in award-winning creative and technology. Willingness to immerse yourself in the industry and bring ideas that influence campaigns.

Nice-to-Have Skills

CSS, HTML5, Docker, REST, TypeScript, Kubernetes, Redux, RabbitMQ, Firebase, Google Cloud, React Router, Next.js, Vercel.

What Will Set You Apart

Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments. Exposure to adtech, martech, or campaign-based platforms. Familiarity with generative AI tools in software development. Experience with testing frameworks (Mocha, Jest, etc.) and TDD. Knowledge of Public APIs, Meta A sense of humour and a collaborative spirit.

Why Join Us

Competitive salary Fully remote (Anywhere in South Africa) Work on campaigns for the world's biggest brands Contribution towards home internet (up to R700/month) Discretionary annual bonus Full Agile + SCRUM methodologies Autonomy and creative freedom * Opportunities to engage with engineering teams at , Facebook, Instagram, and Spotify