It Software Engineer jobs in South Africa

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg
Deadline : May 07, 2025

We’re looking for a capable React contractor to help one of our clients set up their frontend development capability. You’ll take the lead on a few initial use cases, lay down the structure and standards, then guide and train the client’s team to take over and build the rest.

Responsibilities :

• Build the first few use cases to establish a solid React foundation
• Set up reusable components, structure, and clear best practices
• Train and coach the client’s internal team on how to work with the React setup
• Be available to review and support the client team as they continue development
• Strong hands-on experience with React (including hooks)
• Familiar with setting up component structures and managing state (e.g. Context, Redux or similar)
• Comfortable working with APIs (REST or GraphQL)
• Good understanding of basic testing (e.g. Jest or React Testing Library)
• Familiar with styling libraries like Tailwind CSS or Material UI
• Version control with Git

Bonus (but not essential) :

• Some experience coaching or mentoring developers
• Exposure to Storybook, CI / CD tools, or frontend build tools (Webpack, Vite, etc.)

What We're Looking For :

• Someone who enjoys creating structure and helping others grow
• Clear communicator with a collaborative mindset