Web Developer

wePlace; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 450 000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking tech company in Pretoria is looking for a web developer to create responsive UIs for web applications. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience, strong skills in React, CSS, and JavaScript, and a passion for delivering high-quality user experiences. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of working experience required.
• Experience translating UI & UX designs into HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong focus on user experience and usability.

Responsibilities

• Develop software adhering to project plans and coding standards.
• Collaborate in the application lifecycle from planning to deployment.
• Deliver thoroughly tested and performance benchmarked work.

Skills

Angular

HTML

JavaScript / TypeScript

RESTful APIs

CSS

Git

Automated testing (e.g. Cypress, Jest)

Code architecture and best practices

CMS (e.g. Strapi CMS)

Education

Certificate in relevant Web Development or Graphic Design

Diploma in relevant Web Development or Graphic Design

Tools

Tailwind CSS

SCSS

Job description

Job Purpose

To utilise various web-based development languages to build responsive and adaptive UIs for internal and public facing web applications. Our website and client-side web apps are built using React, Next.js, Tailwind, HTML5, JavaScript / TypeScript and CSS.

Education

Minimum education (essential): Certificate in relevant Web Development or Graphic Design

Minimum education (desirable): Diploma in relevant Web Development or Graphic Design

Experience

Minimum applicable experience (years): 3+ years working experience

Required nature of experience:

• Experience with translating UI & UX designs into HTML, CSS and JavaScript websites using React, with a focus on user experience and usability.
• Use sound development practices to build a solid product while iterating quickly.

Skills and Knowledge (essential)

Essential:

• Angular
• js
• HTML
• JavaScript / TypeScript
• RESTful APIs
• CSS
• Git
• Have an excellent sense of design and attention to detail
• Automated testing (Unit, Integration, End to end) e.g. Cypress, Jest)
• Code architecture and best practices
• CMS's (Content Management Systems) e.g. Strapi CMS

Skills and Knowledge (desirable)

• js
• Tailwind CSS
• SCSS
• State management libraries

Analysis and Planning

15%

• Collaborate in the application lifecycle (planning, design, development, deployment, maintenance) collaborating with stakeholders for requirements.
• Continuously research and evaluate new technologies to optimize development efficiency.
• Plan and design well-structured, reusable application architecture.
• Implement and develop according to best practices to ensure high-quality, maintainable systems.
• Participate in project planning by providing estimates, contributing to requirement documentation, and assisting with work breakdown structures.
• Participate in user story creation, estimation, and work plan development, ensuring clear communication of requirements.
• Effectively prioritise, and manage dependencies to ensure timely completion, and switch contexts effectively when the need arises.
• Collaborate effectively with development teams to solve problems, make recommendations, and discuss best practices.
• Proactively identify and mitigate code related risks, adapting as needed.
• Track tasks and progress within JIRA.

Development and Testing

55%

• Develop software adhering to project plans, deadlines, and coding standards.
• Develop and maintain high-quality, maintainable systems using efficient and reusable code according to best practices.
• Use version control effectively and according to best practices, as well as backing up other work according to company standards.
• Prepare and maintain testing environments, including examples and instructions.
• Conduct initial testing and assist in developing testing plans.
• Implement and maintain automated tests and component libraries according to team practices.
• Analyse systems to identify root causes of issues within a system, develop workarounds, and implement permanent fixes.
• Deliver thoroughly tested and performance benchmarked work that meets functional requirements before deployment.
• Deploy changes to the production environment following established procedures.
• Implement and maintain DevOps processes, including CI / CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code as applicable to the team.
• Maintain up to date and accurate code and system level documentation.

Reporting and Communication

10%

• Provide clear, timely, and efficient updates on project status, progress, risks, and potential problems to the team lead.
• Prepare reports, manuals, and other documentation related to software status, operation, and maintenance.
• Maintain accurate system and product change logs, release notes and notifications to other teams, according to company standards and team practices.
• Offer insights and feedback on queries regarding relevant projects.
• Collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders, by being available on appropriate communication channels with timeous, well-articulated responses.

Contribution to the Team

15%

• Take ownership of projects.
• Actively participate in peer code reviews, discuss best practices, and contribute innovative ideas to projects.
• Collaborate with the team to solve problems and ensure successful project delivery - on time and as spaced.
• Contribute to the development of fellow team members through knowledge sharing and promoting best practices.

Quality Management and Compliance

5%

• Deliver high-quality products that meet specifications, user requirements, best practices, deadlines, and regulatory compliance (e.g., FDA, CE, ISO).
• Apply knowledge of the Quality Management System guidelines and its relevant processes to ensure quality and SOC2 compliance in device and other software.
• Ensure all testing adheres to defined specifications.
• Contribute to safeguarding information and data in accordance with company policies.
• Keep all supporting documents up to date.

Should you not receive a response from us within one week of your application, your application has unfortunately not been successful.