Web Engineer

No Joke Marketing; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading digital marketing agency in Cape Town seeks a Web Developer to create impactful websites. The candidate should have 3-5 years of experience and be proficient in WordPress, HTML, CSS, PHP, and JavaScript. Remote work flexibility and competitive compensation of $1,300 – $1,900 per month are offered. Join a vibrant team focused on meaningful digital projects.

Benefits

20 days of paid time off

Half-day Fridays every August

Fully remote flexibility

Qualifications

• 3 – 5 years of experience in Web Development.
• Strong portfolio of completed projects.
• Fluent in English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build 5 – 7-page custom websites within 72 – 80 hours.
• Create landing pages/funnels within 36 – 48 hours.
• Complete updates and change requests on time.

Skills

Strong teamwork and communication

Flexibility and adaptability

Excellent time management

Positive attitude toward feedback

Problem-solving and creative thinking

Education

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Web Design, or related field

Tools

WordPress

HTML

CSS

PHP

JavaScript

Elementor

Shopify

WooCommerce

Job description

About Us

At No Joke Marketing, we believe that excellence starts with people. As a leading digital marketing agency, we’re driven by a mission to deliver impactful results for our clients while maintaining a vibrant, employee-first culture.

We offer:
Half-day Fridays every August
20 days of paid time off in your first year
Fully remote flexibility so you can work where you're most productive

If you're passionate about clean code, timely delivery, and collaborating in a fast-paced digital environment, we want to meet you.

Position Overview

As our Web Developer, your primary goal will be to execute high-quality, custom web development projects within defined timeframes, all while demonstrating fluency in English and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

Daily

• Build 5 – 7-page custom websites within 72 – 80 hours
  
• Create landing pages/funnels within 36 – 48 hours
  
• Complete updates and change requests via ticketing system on time
  
• Log daily updates for every active ticket
  
• Attend daily stand-up meetings promptly
  
• Support teammates and the company, demonstrating a collaborative spirit
  
• Maintain a positive, solution-focused mindset
  
• Provide thoughtful feedback paired with suggested solutions
  
• Continuously improve through positive daily habits
  

Monthly

• Deliver at least one internal training on custom development
  
• Participate in monthly check-in with Project Manager
  

Quarterly

• Complete at least one internal course relevant to development or digital marketing
  
• Attend quarterly team meetings
  

Per Semester

• Participate in performance evaluations
  
• Show measurable improvement in identified areas
  
• Read a book or take a course related to leadership, development, or personal growth
  

Note: Responsibilities listed are guidelines and may evolve with the role.

Biggest Challenges in This Role

• Managing multiple deadlines simultaneously
  
• Receiving and implementing constructive feedback gracefully
  
• Engaging openly in team discussions and idea exchanges

Strategic Relationships

• Project Manager – Daily task guidance, deadline setting, and feedback
  
• Agents – Cross-functional collaboration on project details
  
• Head of Department – Escalated inquiries
  
• HR – Performance feedback and evaluations (per semester)
  
• CEO – Feedback as requested

What You Bring to the Table

Soft Skills

• Strong teamwork and communication
  
• Flexibility and adaptability
  
• Excellent time management
  
• Positive attitude toward feedback
  
• Problem-solving and creative thinking
  

Hard Skills

• WordPress, HTML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript – Advanced proficiency
  
• Custom theme/plug-in builds with AI (Lovable, Cursor or VO)
  
• Elementor – Strong experience
• Shopify & WooCommerce
  
• Fluent English communication skills

Education & Experience

Required Experience

• 3 – 5 years of experience in Web Development
  
• Strong portfolio of completed projects
  

Education (Not Essential)

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Web Design, or related field
  
• Postgraduate or certification in Web Development or Marketing – a plus

Selection Process

1. Initial Interview
   
2. Technical Assessment via TestDome
   
3. Custom Build-Out Assignment
   
4. Final Cultural Fit and Technical Interview

Technical Requirements

• Computer: Intel Core i7 or higher, 16GB+ RAM
  
• Internet: Stable broadband (minimum 20 Mbps upload/download)
  
• Equipment: High-quality noise-canceling headset & HD webcam

Compensation

Salary Range: $1,300 – $1,900 Per Month
Fully Remote | 20 Days PTO | Half-day Fridays in August

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to contribute to meaningful digital projects and grow with a people-first team, we want to hear from you!

To apply, submit your resume and a project you've built using AI.

We can’t wait to meet you!
– The No Joke Marketing Team