Full Stack Developer

SUMMARY:
PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT We are looking for a skilled Full Stack Developer to join our client''''''''s team in Rivonia.

POSITION INFO:

Responsibilities

• Incident Management:
  
• Respond promptly to support tickets, ensuring service-level agreements (SLAs) are met.
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify root causes and implement timely solutions for critical issues.
  
• Troubleshooting and Resolution:
  
• Analyze, debug, and resolve complex software issues within Ruby-based applications.
  
• Monitor system performance and logs to identify potential problems before they escalate.
  
• Communication:
  
• Serve as a liaison between the engineering team and stakeholders, providing regular updates on incident status and resolution progress.
  
• Document solutions and contribute to the knowledge base to improve future troubleshooting processes.
  
• Code Maintenance:
  
• Apply hotfixes and patches to production systems when necessary.
  
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure permanent fixes are implemented in future releases.
  
• Proactive Support:
  
• Identify recurring issues and work with engineering teams to address underlying system vulnerabilities.
  
• Recommend process improvements and tools to enhance support operations.
  
• Software Development
  
• Develop, test, and maintain software applications and solutions according to project requirements and industry best practices.
  
• Design, develop, and maintain front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (like React, Angular, Vue.js).
  
• Develop and maintain back-end services using programming languages such as C#, Ruby, and Go and frameworks like Rails, .Net, Node.js, etc.
  
• Work with SQL (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) or NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB) databases to manage and optimize data flow between front-end and back-end.
  
• Build and consume RESTful APIs to facilitate seamless data communication between systems.
  
• Technical Design
  
• Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to design scalable and efficient software architecture that aligns with business objectives.
  
• Code Reviews
  
• Conduct and participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to coding standards.
  
• Troubleshooting and Debugging
  
• Identify and resolve technical issues and bugs in a timely manner to ensure smooth operation of software applications.
  
• Documentation
  
• Create and maintain technical documentation including design documents, specifications, and user manuals.
  
• Collaboration
  
• Work closely with cross-functional teams including product managers, designers, and quality assurance engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
  
• Continuous Improvement
  
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends, and contribute to process improvements and innovation initiatives within the organisation.
  
• Project Management
  
• Manage individual project tasks and timelines effectively, and communicate progress and challenges to stakeholders as required.

Requirements

• ·Bachelor''''''''s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or provable, self-taught development skills with a good understanding of how the web works.
  
• 3+ years of experience in full-stack development with expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies.
  
• Proficiency in Ruby on Rails.
  
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and familiarity with at least one modern front-end framework (like React, Angular or Vue.js) and meta-framework (like NextJS, Nuxt or REMIX).
  
• Experience with databases (SQL or NoSQL), including PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar.
  
• Experience with RESTful APIs, web services, and third-party integration
• Familiarity with cloud services (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) would be an advantage.
  
• Strong understanding of Git and collaborative development workflows.
  
• Strong understanding of software development methodologies and best practices (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  

Critical Competencies

• Someone who is motivated, energetic, and always focused on the task at hand.
  
• An analytical thinker who can work under pressure, often unsupervised, and take full responsibility for a ‘piece of the puzzle’ on a project.
  
• A proactive, continuous, and quick learner who is genuinely excited about industry trends and has a passion for technology and knowledge.
  
• A resourceful, forward thinker who considers how the code that is written will have an impact later on.
  

• Good communication and teamwork are critical - you’ll not only be dealing with developers but also designers, product owners, clients, and other key stakeholders.
  
• Learning from intermediate and senior Platform45 developers.