Junior Software Developer - Fullstack

The Legends Agency; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology provider for the legal industry is looking for a Junior Software Developer - Fullstack to join their innovative team. You will enhance a flagship application with impactful features and collaborate closely with experts in a supportive, dynamic workplace. Ideal candidates will have foundational skills in software development and a desire to grow in a legal tech setting.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in software development, ideally in a fullstack environment.
• Proficient in HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Skilled in React and JavaScript or TypeScript.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement features for a robust web application using ReactJS/NextJS.
• Collaborate with the audit team to translate legal calculation requirements into usable web tools.
• Maintain code quality through unit testing and version control.

Skills

HTML5

JavaScript

CSS

React

Version Control (Git)

Fullstack Development

Tools

ReactJS

NextJS

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Job description

Junior Software Developer - Fullstack

Join a Growing Legal Tech Team Driving Innovation in Financial Litigation Tools

Cape Town Foreshore Offices | Market Related | 9 - 5 UK Hours

About Our Client

Our client is a leading provider of technology solutions for the legal industry, specialising in tools that calculate quantum values for financial litigation. Their web-based platform is trusted by law firms and internal auditors to streamline complex calculations across legal cases. With a focus on innovation, usability, and collaborative development, they offer a dynamic work environment that values learning and initiative.

The company operates from modern offices in Cape Town's Foreshore area and maintains a UK-aligned work schedule, offering the opportunity to work closely with international clients and colleagues.

The Role: Junior Software Developer - Fullstack

This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with the Lead Software Developer to enhance and expand a flagship web application housing a suite of litigation calculators. The role involves contributing to frontend and backend development, implementing new features, and translating user needs into scalable tools that support the legal team's work. It's ideal for someone eager to grow their fullstack skillset while making meaningful contributions to a legal tech product used by industry professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement features for a robust web application using ReactJS/NextJS.
• Collaborate with the audit team to translate legal calculation requirements into usable web tools.
• Maintain code quality through unit testing, version control, and adherence to coding standards.
• Connect to and develop backend APIs and services to support the web application.
• Participate in code reviews to promote consistency, performance, and learning across the team.
• Continuously develop technical skills and stay updated on modern technologies and frameworks.

About You

• 1- 2 years of experience in software development, ideally in a fullstack environment.
• Proficient in HTML5, JavaScript, and CSS.
• Skilled in React and [URL Removed] (JavaScript or TypeScript).
• Experience with Git for version control.
• Bonus skills include familiarity with Tailwind CSS, Python or Java, VBA, and NoSQL databases like MongoDB.
• Curious, eager to learn, and proactive in taking on new technical challenges.
• Strong communicator and team player who enjoys collaborative problem-solving.
• Organized and self-motivated, with the potential to lead future development projects.

Desired Skills:

• Software Engineering
• Fullstack Development
• Product Development
• Technical Support
• Quality Assurance
• Technology
• Legal Tech
• FinTech
• Professional Services
• Legal Services