Junior Developer – React & Zoho Platform

NxaTel; Durban; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A modern communication platform provider in South Africa is seeking a Junior Developer proficient in React and Zoho tools to join their tech team. This role involves building UI components and integrating Zoho applications. Ideal candidates will have foundational knowledge in JavaScript and enjoy collaborative environments. The position offers the opportunity to learn quickly and grow within a disruptive company focused on enhancing African businesses through technology.

Benefits

Company laptop

Remote work

Pension fund once permanent

Qualifications

• Foundational knowledge of JavaScript, React.js, and REST APIs.
• Exposure to or interest in Zoho Creator, Zoho CRM, or other Zoho tools.
• Strong communication skills and a team-player attitude.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain UI components using React (web and mobile).
• Assist in customizing and integrating Zoho apps (CRM, Books, Creator, Desk, etc.).
• Write clean, maintainable code and support bug fixing and testing cycles.

Skills

JavaScript

React.js

REST APIs

Zoho Creator

Zoho CRM

Zoho Books

Zoho Desk

Team collaboration

Job description

Junior Developer – React & Zoho Platform

Contract | Menlo Park, South Africa | Posted on 31/03/2025

Job Type: Contract; Industry: Technology; Work Experience: 1-3 years; City: Menlo Park; Province: Gauteng; Country: South Africa; Postal Code: 0060

About the Company

Nxatel is a Modern Unified communication platform, for Small and Medium businesses. It allows you to get local numbers from over 10+ African countries to use on any device. It’s easy to set-up you just need is 3 minutes and you gain access to the cloud phone system, virtual meetings, team chats and cloud storing all in a secure platform.

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate and curious Junior Developer to join our growing tech team. You’ll work closely with product and design to build features in React and extend our systems using Zoho Creator, Zoho CRM, Zoho Books, and Zoho Desk. This role is perfect for someone excited about learning fast and growing with a company disrupting the communications space for African businesses.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain UI components using React (web and mobile).
• Assist in customizing and integrating Zoho apps (CRM, Books, Creator, Desk, etc.).
• Write clean, maintainable code and support bug fixing and testing cycles.
• Collaborate in sprint planning, daily standups, and retros.
• Assist in documenting technical tasks and contribute to Zoho Learn where applicable.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide support to internal teams using our platforms.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of JavaScript, React.js, and REST APIs.
• Exposure to or interest in Zoho Creator, Zoho CRM, or other Zoho tools.
• Ability to learn quickly and follow development and ticketing processes (e.g., Zoho Sprints).
• Passion for building software that solves real business problems.
• Strong communication skills and a team‑player attitude.

Bonus

• Experience with Zoho Deluge scripting or custom functions.
• Familiarity with Bitbucket, Zoho Projects/Sprints, or similar tools.
• Previous internship or freelance experience building apps or automation.

Benefits

• Company laptop.
• Remote work.
• Once permanent - pension fund.