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Senior Software Engineer Full Stack

Kerv

Cape Town

Hybrid

ZAR 600 000 - 850 000

Full time

Yesterday

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Job summary

A leading technology consultancy based in Cape Town is seeking a talented full-stack developer to innovate and maintain advanced web applications. The ideal candidate should have solid experience with Node.js and Next.js, along with strong skills in RESTful API design and cloud services like AWS. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions, leveraging your expertise in a flexible and dynamic environment. Join a team where technology meets creativity and innovation flourishes.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Qualifications

4+ years of extensive experience in full-stack web application development.
Strong experience building scalable applications using Next.js and Node.js.
Proficient in creating modular, maintainable code with extensive testing.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain scalable, full-stack web applications.
Create RESTful APIs with strong data modeling.
Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless delivery.

Skills

Object-oriented programming

Microservices architecture

Serverless architecture

React.js

RESTful API design

Docker

AWS services

Git

Agile development

Tools

Next.js

Node.js

TypeORM

Jest

Terraform

PostgreSQL

GraphQL

Experience

4+ years

Where the job is based

Cape Town, South Africa

Job Flexibility

This role demands flexibility to work during UK hours.

Who We Are

Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv Digital, we're not just another tech company. We’re the problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilizing a powerful blend of Power Platform, DevSecOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients while driving extreme value!

With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London to Bangalore, we're a proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders.

People come first always. We are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Immerse yourself in an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking architects.

Primary Responsibility

Develop and maintain scalable, full-stack web applications using Next.js (frontend) and Node.js (backend)
Build rich, user-centric interfaces that bring complex business processes to life through clean and responsive UI components
Create RESTful APIs using Node.js and TypeORM, with strong data modelling and performance in mind
Write modular, maintainable code with comprehensive unit and integration tests, following TDD, using frameworks like Jest and Supertest
Design and manage infrastructure components using Docker Compose, Terraform and deploy to AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, etc.)
Translate UI/UX wireframes into functional front-end code with high attention to performance and accessibility
Produce clear and concise technical documentation using DDD
Collaborate with Engineers, Product, DevOps, and QA to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery
Participate in code reviews, trunk-based development, continuous integration, and agile development practices

Essential Skills

Strong experience with OO, enterprise integration, microservice and serverless architecture
Strong experience with js or React.js, including SSR/ISR concepts
Proficiency in js, Express.js/Fastify, and TypeORM or equivalent ORM tools
Solid understanding of TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3
Experience working with Docker Compose for local development and containerized deployment
Comfortable using AWS services like EC2, ECS, RDS, and S3
Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, error handling, and security best practices
Experience with unit and integration testing using tools like Jest, Mocha, or Supertest
Proficient using as Git, and CI/CD pipelines

Desirable Skills

Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MariaDB, GraphQL, or MongoDB
Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Biceps)
Exposure to Agile/Scrum development practices
Prior experience in building isomorphic/universal React applications
Experience with mobile-first design or progressive web apps (PWAs)

We’re also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like;

Excellent English speaking and written communication
Ability to identify and pick up new technologies and operating systems quickly
Ability to work effectively with remote teams in different time zones
Ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales

What We Can Do For You

We’re a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employees:

Real Flexibility – we’re a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office.
Awesome Environment – all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work.
Interesting Work – these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for‑profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market.
Recognition & Growth – Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth.

Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don’t just build ground breaking technology - we build future.

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