Full Stack Engineer – Fintech / Payments

60 Degrees; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 500,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing fintech company in South Africa is searching for a Full Stack Engineer. You will design and build scalable applications that facilitate next-generation payments. The role requires proficiency in Node.js and TypeScript, as well as experience with React.js or Vue.js. You will work on APIs for payment processing, integrate with banks and blockchain partners, and contribute to a secure coding environment. The salary range is competitive at R500K - R650K per annum.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years’ experience as a Full Stack Engineer.
• Fintech/payments background is a plus.
• Strong backend skills.

Responsibilities

• Design & build scalable applications for payments and settlements.
• Develop APIs for payment processing, KYC/AML.
• Integrate with banks and blockchain partners.

Skills

Node.js

TypeScript

React.js

Vue.js

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Git

Docker

Data handling and encryption

Education

Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related

Job description

Are you ready to help shape the future of payments across Africa? We’re a fast-growing fintech company on a mission to make money movement seamless, inclusive, and scalable across borders.

If you’re passionate about building technology that empowers businesses and consumers in a rapidly digitizing economy, this is your chance to make an impact.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design & build scalable applications that power next-generation payments and settlements.
• Develop APIs for payment processing, KYC/AML, and partner integrations.
• Integrate with banks, gateways, and blockchain partners to expand our ecosystem.
• Champion secure coding practices and collaborate with compliance teams on KYC/AML features.
• Work closely with product managers and senior engineers to deliver new features and enhancements.
• Continuously learn and grow while contributing to a culture of collaboration and quality.

OUR REQUIRED EXPERTISE

• Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related.
• 2–4 years’ experience as a Full Stack Engineer (fintech/payments background a plus).
• Strong backend skills with Node.js/TypeScript (Python/Java experience welcome).
• Frontend expertise in React.js or Vue.js.
• Database fluency with both relational (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL systems.
• Security awareness around data handling and encryption.
• CI/CD and containerization know-how (Git, Docker).
• Curiosity about blockchain and Web3 technologies.

YOUR REWARD

• Salary range: R500K – R650K per annum

For more roles, please have a look at our website www.60degrees.com or follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/10287263/