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Front-End Architect

WatersEdge Solutions

Cape Town

Hybrid

ZAR 300 000 - 400 000

Full time

22 days ago

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking an experienced Front-End Architect to lead architectural direction on a Gambling & Betting project. You will design and own the front-end architecture, requiring 10+ years of experience with React and Angular. This hybrid role prefers Cape Town-based candidates and offers an opportunity to work in a collaborative consulting environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Benefits

Hybrid working model
Opportunity to lead on a high-visibility project
Flexible and supportive company culture

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of front-end development and architecture experience.
  • Expertise in React and Angular frameworks.
  • Solid knowledge of Node.js and its role in front-end ecosystems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and own the front-end architecture for a major Gambling & Betting project.
  • Provide technical leadership across React, Angular, and Node.js implementations.
  • Mentor developers and contribute to technical best practices.

Skills

Front-end development
React
Angular
Node.js
CI/CD practices
Communication skills
Job description

Location: Hybrid – Cape Town or Johannesburg (Cape Town Preferred)

Employment Type: Full time

Industry: Technology Consulting

WatersEdge Solutions is partnering with a company hiring for an experienced Front-End Architect to join a high-impact project in the consulting sector. If you're passionate about front-end technology and comfortable working in this fast-paced, highly regulated industry, this is a fantastic opportunity to lead architectural direction on an exciting build.

About the Role

You'll be stepping into a senior architecture role with end-to-end oversight of front-end design and implementation, helping shape the tech stack and development standards for a client-facing digital platform. This role requires a tech-savvy leader who can work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-performance front-end systems. You’ll be part of a collaborative consulting environment that blends innovation with execution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and own the front-end architecture for a major Gambling & Betting project
  • Provide technical leadership across React, Angular, and Node.js implementations
  • Collaborate with backend and DevOps teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment
  • Advocate for performance, scalability, and maintainability in all front-end decisions
  • Mentor developers and contribute to technical best practices


What You’ll Bring

  • 10+ years of front-end development and architecture experience
  • Expertise in React and Angular frameworks
  • Solid knowledge of Node.js and its role in front-end ecosystems
  • Strong understanding of design patterns, state management, and CI/CD practices
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within hybrid teams

Nice to Have

  • Familiarity with other modern JavaScript frameworks or mobile-first design principles
  • Experience in the Gambling & Betting industry
  • Knowledge of containerisation or cloud-native architectures

What’s On Offer

  • Opportunity to lead architecture on a high-visibility project
  • Hybrid working model with a preference for Cape Town-based candidates
  • A contract role with strong potential for impact and further engagement
  • Join a trusted consultancy environment that values innovation and autonomy

Company Culture

Our client is more than a consultancy - they’re a global community of innovators, craftsmen, and change-makers. They bring a "stepping stone" mindset: your growth and theirs go hand in hand. They operate around five core values that drive everything they do: Pioneer Spirit, Care, Trust, Performance, and Independence.

  • Pioneer Spirit — Encouraging bold thinking and experimentation
  • Care — Respect, diversity, and a balanced, supportive environment
  • Trust — Autonomy, open dialogue, and empowered decision-making
  • Performance — A commitment to excellence and real impact
  • Independence — Flexible, adaptive, and self-directed operations

You’ll be trusted from day one to contribute meaningfully, take initiative, and challenge the status quo - all within a culture that supports international collaboration and mobility.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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