Full Stack Developer (Backend focused)

SUMMARY:
An international digital marketing agency based in Somerset West is on the hunt for a mid-level Full Stack Developer that is backend focused to join the Development team in Somerset West.

Full-time On-site | Somerset West | Salary: R30k - R40k pm

POSITION INFO:

Division - Development
Minimum experience - Associate
Location: Somerset West
Job Type: Full-time, onsite
Experience: 3+ years in back-end web development

Does your stack include React, React Native, Typescript, Node, Remix / Next.js? Do you have a creative eye for detail and like bringing designs to life with Tailwind, then we at are eager to meet you! If you love crafting visually appealing projects and want to join a dynamic team, we'd like to invite you to chat with us.

Who We Are

We’re a digital experience agency based in Somerset West. We create highly converting and successful digital solutions for large and very cool brands. We have a flat organisational structure of incredibly passionate people. At the company, we keep teamwork, respect for each other, fun in what we do, self-development, and our clients’ success high.
Our team is a lively blend of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and coffee. Our days at the company are filled with collaboration, innovation, teamwork, laughter and the occasional celebrations. We're a team that values respect, supports personal growth, and celebrates every win, big or small.

Role Overview

The company's tech department focuses on building web applications, mobile applications and headless e-commerce solutions with Shopify. Our stack consists of Javascript, Typescript, NodeJS, React, React Native, NextJS, Remix and VueJS utilising RESTful and GraphQL APIs to create performant applications. As one of our developers, you'll be working closely with a team of tech enthusiasts, making a substantial impact on digital experiences for our clients and creating unique user-centric solutions.

Who We Are Looking For

We're looking for a back-end developer who is passionate about all things tech with a keen interest in staying abreast with all the latest technology. You will be working on large well-known brands developing the solutions of tomorrow and creating unique digital experiences. Clean, maintainable and understandable code is a priority here at the company. This is a great opportunity to work with a team that is passionate about creating unique solutions and solving problems in creative ways while having fun along the way. You will be able to collaborate with cross-functional teams including, digital marketers, UX / UI designers, project managers and the rest of the development team on various projects.

Skills Required

• Relevant degree, diploma or equivalent work experience and portfolio
• Have 3+ years of web development experience
• Strong understanding of JavaScript, TypeScript, Tailwind and React.
• Good understanding of component-based architectures.
• Experience or good understanding of Next.js, Remix or similar frameworks.
• Experience working with Figma is advantageous
• Experience with version control systems such as Git and platforms such as GitHub
• High level of attention to detail and ability to write clean quality code
• Experience with Shopify or other e-commerce platforms advantageous
• Effective communication and enjoying a culture of collaboration and team spirit
• Are lifelong learners, constantly on the path to self-improvement and growth

• Develop high-quality web and mobile applications using a project-based tech stack.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including UX/UI designers, digital marketers, and project managers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, ensuring top-notch quality in every project.
• Consistently replicate design to code with responsiveness in mind.
• Stay updated with the latest developments in web technologies and continuously enhance your skills.
• Contribute to team meetings with innovative ideas and creative problem-solving approaches.
• Work on e-commerce solutions, with a focus on performance and user experience.
• Maintain and improve existing codebases, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, maintaining high standards of code quality and best practices.
• Be proactive in identifying and troubleshooting software issues and inefficiencies.

1. An experienced-based salary.
2. An in-office onboarding for the first three months to get to know the team, tech stack, projects and more, followed by a hybrid work model.
3. An office filled with passionate and unique thinkers.
4. Unwind with the best coffee and espresso in town because all brilliant ideas start with a cup of coffee
5. To keep you on top of your game, we provide a MacBook, monitor and other required equipment, along with Udemy courses, to fuel your continuous learning.
6. Staff discounts on the brands we manage.
7. Be part of a team that innovates and keeps collaboration high.