FullStack JavaScript Developer

Recruiter:

IT Naledi Solutions

Job Ref:

CPT000112/MF

Date posted:

Monday, January 5, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Join the team at Barefoot Cyber!

Barefoot Cyber is a partner at IT Naledi Solutions.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you: employment@itnaledi.co.za

See below for details on this exciting opportunity:

We are seeking a Fullstack JavaScript Developer who can ensure the stability, performance and continuous improvement of our security platform.

You will build and maintain the core product that underpins our SOC operations, telemetry, and customer experience.

This role focuses on delivering reliable code, improving automation, and making security data usable and actionable.
You’ll be working with;

Frontend: React, Vite, Tailwind CSS, Radix UI, React Router, React Hook Form, TanStack Query, Recharts, Lucide React
Backend: Node.js, Express, TypeScript, MongoDB (Mongoose), JWT/Auth0, structured logging
Platform and Tooling: Docker, Git, CI/CD pipelines, OpenSearch, AWS integrations
Security and Integrations: Authentication, role based access control, API security, SOC and SIEM telemetry

POSITION INFO:
Key responsibilities

Build, maintain and improve our fullstack platform using React, Node.js and MongoDB
Own the frontend architecture to keep it fast, modular and reliable
Develop and maintain secure backend APIs that scale
Implement new product features that enhance how our customers use the platform
Apply good security practices throughout the application stack
Maintain and improve existing CI/CD pipelines and automate repetitive tasks
Keep containerised environments secure and production ready
Plan and execute migrations and refactors with minimal disruption
Contribute to clear and usable UI/UX for security operations
Document systems, code and architecture so others can build on your work

Skills & Experience

3+ years’ experience delivering production full-stack TypeScript applications across frontend and backend
Production experience with React and Node.js
Strong understanding of API design, data modelling and system architecture
Comfortable working in containerised environments
Ability to build reliable and secure features efficiently
Security awareness in both design and implementation
Interest in automation and clean deployment practices
Good communication and documentation skills

It would be advantageous to have:

Experience with OpenSearch or Elasticsearch
Exposure to security focused environments or SOC operations
Familiarity with Auth0 and AWS integrations
Experience with multi-tenant architecture

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Software Engineering (or similar) or equivalent experience.
AWS Certified Developer or Solutions Architect (Associate).

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