Full Stack Developer

An opportunity has become available for a Full Stack Developer based in Johannesburg and or Cape Town.

Purpose of the position:

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Full Stack developer. As a Full Stack developer, you will be involved in designing and developing quality software, keeping updated with the latest software trends, relentlessly testing, refactoring, and improving our business solutions for both internal and external customers.

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited:

Software Development

Translate business requirements into detailed designs for implementation.

Develop high-quality software applications using a variety of programming languages and frameworks, including Python, Java/Kotlin, JavaScript, Vue.JS, Node.JS, C#, MySQL, and Microsoft SQL.

Design and architect scalable and efficient solutions based on business requirements and technical specifications.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to ensure successful project execution.

Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.

Take responsibility for quality throughout the SDLC and ensure that deployments are successful.

Create and maintain integration, unit, component, and user acceptance tests. 

Technical Expertise

Possess a solid understanding and hands-on experience with various technologies, including but not limited to Docker, MySQL, AWS (Lambdas/EC2/S3/SQS,SNS), API development, ElasticCache, Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ

Utilize tools such as IntelliJ Idea, Postman, Visual Studio Code, Medis/Redis UI Tool, MySQL Workbench, GitLab, and Atlassian to optimize development processes and ensure code quality.

Extensive understanding of Microservices and Web API integration. 

Formal Education:

Matric (Grade 12)

A bachelor’s degree in IT or Computer Science (or similar) is highly advantageous.

Skills and experience:

Minimum of 4 years of experience as a software developer.

Excellent soft skills (communication, conflict resolution, facilitation).

Strong understanding and practical experience with the mentioned technologies and tools.

Experience in JS (including Vue.JS and Node.JS).

Hands-on experience with MS SQL, MySQL, AWS (Lambdas/EC2/S3/SQS/SNS), API development, RabbitMQ, Redis, Kafka.

Willingness to learn new technologies and frameworks as needed.

Extensive understanding of Microservices and Web API integration.

Familiarity with development tools like IntelliJ Idea, Postman, Visual Studio Code, MySQL Workbench, GitLab, and Atlassian. Ability to analyse complex technical problems and propose effective solutions.

Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality software solutions.

Extensive knowledge of the Software Development Life Cycle and corresponding agile methodologies.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders