Software Developer - Node.js / Azure Kubernetes

SUMMARY:
Design, develop, test and maintain full stack applications, APIs and backend services using Node.js.

POSITION INFO:
Role Purpose We are seeking a hands-on Full Stack Developer to design, build, deploy and support secure, scalable digital applications and services. The successful candidate will have strong Node.js development capability and practical experience working within Azure-based containerised environments, including AKS, Kubernetes, Docker and modern DevOps practices. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test and maintain full stack applications, APIs and backend services using Node.js. Build scalable, secure and resilient solutions aligned to enterprise architecture, engineering standards and business requirements. Develop and integrate RESTful APIs and services with internal platforms, databases and third-party systems. Package applications using Docker and deploy them into Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) environments. Configure, manage and troubleshoot Kubernetes workloads, including deployments, services, ingress, configuration, secrets, scaling and health checks. Implement and maintain CI\/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, including automated build, test, release and deployment processes. Collaborate with solution architects, product owners, business analysts, QA engineers and platform teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Support application performance, availability, observability and incident resolution in production environments. Use the Elastic Stack for logging, monitoring, troubleshooting and operational analysis. Contribute to code reviews, technical documentation, reusable components and continuous engineering improvement. Apply secure coding practices and comply with Nedbank governance, risk, security and change-management standards. Minimum Requirements Relevant IT qualification, diploma or degree, or equivalent practical development experience. 5+ years' software development experience, including strong recent Node.js development experience. Proven experience delivering full stack applications and API-led services. Strong practical experience with: Node.js Azure DevOps Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Kubernetes Docker Elastic Stack \/ ELK Stack Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs. Working knowledge of source control, branching strategies and automated CI\/CD pipelines. Experience troubleshooting application, container, deployment and environment-related issues. Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies. Advantageous Skills Dynatrace experience. Grafana experience. Experience with Azure-native services and cloud security controls. Exposure to microservices, event-driven architecture and API gateways. Front-end development experience using modern JavaScript frameworks such as React, Angular or Vue.js. Experience in banking, financial services or other regulated enterprise environments. Knowledge of infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates. Key Competencies Strong problem-solving and debugging capability. Ability to work independently in a complex enterprise environment. High attention to quality, security, reliability and performance. Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams. Ownership mindset, with a willingness to support solutions through build, deployment and production operations. Comfortable working in a fast-paced Agile delivery environment.