Full Stack Developer

Techies Institute; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Techies Institute in Cape Town, South Africa, is seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer with 3+ years of experience to design scalable web applications across frontend and backend.

You will work with React.js/Next.js on the frontend and Node.js/.NET/PHP on the backend, build robust APIs, manage databases, and collaborate across design, QA, PM, and other developers to deliver secure, high-performance solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on full stack web development experience.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5 and CSS3.
• Experience with React.js/Next.js and backend development.
• Proficiency in Node.js/.NET/PHP and SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with REST APIs, Git and third-party integrations.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive web applications on frontend and backend.
• Build modern UI with React.js/Next.js and robust backend services.
• Develop and manage databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB).
• Integrate REST APIs and third-party services; ensure security and performance.
• Collaborate with UI/UX, QA, PM, and other developers; participate in reviews and deployments.

Skills

3+ years of full stack experience

JavaScript/TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

REST APIs

Git

problem solving

collaboration

fast-paced environment

Tools

React.js

Next.js

Node.js

.NET

PHP

MySQL

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

About The Role

We are looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer with 3+ years of experience in developing scalable, secure, and high-performance web applications. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working across both frontend and backend technologies and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain responsive web applications across frontend and backend.
• Build modern user interfaces using React.js / Next.js or similar frameworks.
• Develop robust backend services and APIs using Node.js / .NET / PHP or relevant technologies.
• Design and manage databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Integrate REST APIs, third-party services, payment gateways, and external APIs.
• Write clean, reusable, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and optimize application performance.
• Work closely with UI/UX designers, QA engineers, project managers, and other developers.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, deployment, and production support.
• Follow best practices for security, version control, coding standards, and application architecture.

Required Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Full Stack Web Development.
• Strong knowledge of JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3.
• Experience with React.js / Next.js and backend development.
• Strong understanding of Node.js, .NET, PHP, or equivalent backend technology.
• Good knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Experience with REST APIs, Git, and third-party integrations.
• Understanding of responsive design, web performance, and security best practices.
• Exposure to AWS/Azure/GCP and CI/CD pipelines is an advantage.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to independently develop features from requirements to deployment.
• Good understanding of software development lifecycle.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.