Junior Full Stack Developer (MERN/MEAN Stack)

EGMA; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Junior Full Stack Developer eager to kickstart their career. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with experienced developers and gain hands-on experience with MERN/MEAN stack technologies. You will be involved in building and maintaining web applications, learning best practices in clean coding, and testing. The collaborative environment encourages learning and growth, making it ideal for those passionate about technology and development. If you're ready to dive into the world of web development, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in web development.
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript and familiarity with React or Angular.
• Understanding of RESTful API principles and version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing frontend components using React or Angular.
• Contribute to backend development using Node.js and Express.js.
• Help implement and maintain RESTful APIs.

Skills

JavaScript

TypeScript

React

Angular

Node.js

Express.js

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

RESTful APIs

Git

Problem-solving

Communication

Tools

Jest

Mocha

Cypress

CI/CD tools

Job description

Job Scope

We are looking for an enthusiastic Junior Full Stack Developer with knowledge of MERN/MEAN stack technologies to join our development team. This is an excellent opportunity for a developer at the beginning of their career to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. You will work alongside experienced developers to build and maintain web applications while learning best practices in clean coding and testing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing frontend components using React or Angular
• Contribute to backend development using Node.js and Express.js
• Work with MongoDB and PostgreSQL databases under supervision
• Help implement and maintain RESTful APIs
• Learn and apply serverless architecture concepts and Redis caching
• Write clean, maintainable code following established project standards
• Develop unit tests, integration tests, and assist with end-to-end testing
• Participate in code reviews to improve code quality and deepen technical understanding
• Collaborate with team members in an agile development process
• Document code and development processes
• Troubleshoot and fix bugs across the stack with guidance from senior team members

Required Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in web development
• Basic knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript
• Familiarity with React or Angular frontend frameworks
• Understanding of Node.js and Express.js backend development
• Basic knowledge of MongoDB and relational databases like PostgreSQL
• Understanding of RESTful API principles
• Familiarity with version control systems (Git)
• Willingness to learn clean coding principles and testing methodologies
• Basic understanding of responsive web design
• Strong problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, Cypress, etc.)
• Knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles
• Understanding of serverless concepts
• Familiarity with Redis or other caching mechanisms
• Experience with any CI/CD tools
• Understanding of basic software design patterns