Full Stack Developer: Node.js and React | Contract

IQbusiness; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

iqbusiness is seeking a Full Stack Developer for a 12-month contract at our Welgemoed, Cape Town office. The role is hybrid: three days on-site and two days work-from-home, collaborating with an international client to build scalable web applications using React and Node.js.

You should have a tertiary qualification in CS or engineering, 3+ years in full stack development, and strong HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript/TypeScript skills. AI background and CI/CD with Docker are a plus.

Qualifications

• Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years’ experience as a Full Stack Developer using React and Node.js.
• Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
• AI Native or AI-enabled background.
• Experience with GitHub for version control.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and DevOps practices.
• Familiarity with SQL Server or Postgres.
• Exposure to Python and Java is advantageous.
• Understanding of modern web development standards and best practices.
• Experience working in an Agile environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements for web applications
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using React and Node.js
• Build reusable UI components using Tailwind CSS
• Integrate third-party APIs and services
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Optimise applications for performance, scalability, and responsiveness
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Skills

Team Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Communication

Agile methodologies

Education

Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

React

Node.js

Tailwind CSS

GitHub

Docker

CI/CD

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Python

Java

Job description

# Full Stack Developer: Node.js and React | ContractGlobal Business Services South AfricaCape Town, Western CapeContractApply NowView All JobsPosted **3 NOVEMBER 2026** - Closing Date **30 NOVEMBER 2026**## Job Descriptioniqbusiness is seeking to employ a Full Stack Developer on a 12-month contract to collaborate with an international client from our offices in Welgemoed, Cape Town, Northern Suburbs. This is a hybrid role (3 days on-site; 2 days WFH). As a Full Stack Developer with experience in React and Node.js, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance web applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions aligned with business requirements and modern development best practices. The ideal candidate has strong React experience and solid backend development skills using Node.js.Key Responsibilities:* Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse requirements for web applications* Design, develop, and maintain scalable applications using React and Node.js* Build reusable UI components using Tailwind CSS* Integrate third-party APIs and services* Conduct code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables* Optimise applications for performance, scalability, and responsiveness* Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practicesMinimum Requirements:* Tertiary Qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field* 3+ years’ experience as a Full Stack Developer using React and Node.js* Strong proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript* AI Native or AI-enabled background* Experience with GitHub for version control* Experience with CI/CD pipelines, Docker, and DevOps practices* Familiarity with SQL Server or Postgres* Exposure to Python and Java is advantageous* Understanding of modern web development standards and best practices* Experience working in an Agile environment is a plusSkills Required:* Strong organisational and time management skills* Excellent problem-solving and communication skills* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment *Note: As all business roles require honesty in the handling of or access to cash, finances, financial systems, or confidential information, our recruitment process requires that the following background checks be completed: credit, criminal, ID, and qualification verification.**IQbusiness is committed to sustainable growth and transformation; we embrace diversity and employ previously disadvantaged individuals.*