Front-End Architect

WatersEdge Solutions; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

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.