Senior Node.js Data Integration Engineer - Remote

Open Function (Openfn); Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative software organization is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its Services team. This role requires strong backend JavaScript and Node.js expertise to implement key solutions for government and NGO partners. The successful candidate will work in a fully remote capacity, engaging with technical teams to deliver robust integration architectures while mentoring fellow engineers. A commitment to continual learning and the ability to work collaboratively is essential.

Benefits

Financial compensation commensurate with experience

Flexible working schedule

Opportunity for leadership and advancement

Fully remote with team meetups

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of experience delivering applications that meet scope, cost, and date parameters.
• Proven expertise in JavaScript and Node.js, with backend development experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data integration approaches using OpenFn.
• Mentor and review work by engineers.
• Engage directly with partners for architectural insights.

Skills

Backend JavaScript

Node.js

Data integration

APIs

Software architecture

Agile methodology

Communication

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Job description

An innovative software organization is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join its Services team. This role requires strong backend JavaScript and Node.js expertise to implement key solutions for government and NGO partners. The successful candidate will work in a fully remote capacity, engaging with technical teams to deliver robust integration architectures while mentoring fellow engineers. A commitment to continual learning and the ability to work collaboratively is essential.