Intermediate Full-Stack Developer

Overview

We’re looking for an Intermediate Full-Stack Developer to join our client’s team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a fast-growing SaaS platform that is transforming how professionals operate within the construction space. You’ll be part of a small, high-impact engineering team where your work directly influences the product and its users.

If you enjoy solving real-world problems, working across the full stack, and building scalable, high-quality software, this role is for you.

Your role will be to design, build, and enhance platform features across both front-end and back-end systems, helping to scale a robust, production-grade application.

NB! Applicants must reside in South Africa.

Tasks include:

Full-Stack Development

• Build and maintain modern, responsive front-end applications using React

• Develop and enhance RESTful APIs using Python (Flask or similar frameworks)

• Design, optimise, and maintain database structures and queries

• Write clean, scalable, and well-tested code

Product & System Development

• Contribute to the development of core platform features and business logic

• Implement document processing capabilities (PDF, Excel, Word)

• Integrate third-party and AI-driven APIs

• Troubleshoot issues and improve overall system performance and reliability

DevOps & Team Collaboration

• Participate in agile ceremonies, code reviews, and technical discussions

• Support CI/CD processes and deployment pipelines

• Work within containerised environments (Docker)

• Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions

Requirements: 

Technical Experience

• 3 – 5 years’ experience as a Full-Stack Developer

• Strong React experience (hooks, state management, modern JavaScript)

• Solid Python experience (Flask, Django, or FastAPI)

• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL preferred)

• Good understanding of API design, authentication, and system architecture

Additional Skills

• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design

• Experience with Git and version control best practices

• Exposure to Docker and basic DevOps concepts

• Comfortable working in Linux environments

Nice to Have

• Experience with TypeScript

• Exposure to AI/ML or third-party API integrations

• Experience with data processing tools (e.g. Pandas, NumPy)

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines

• Previous experience in a startup or scaling environment

Competencies:

• Strong problem-solving mindset

• Ownership and accountability for your work

• Clear and effective communication skills

• Attention to detail and pride in code quality

• Adaptability in a fast-paced environment

• Team player with a collaborative approach

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive, market-related salary

• Flexible hybrid/remote working within South Africa

• Work on a meaningful product used in real-world scenarios

• Exposure to modern technologies, including AI integrations

• A collaborative, low-red-tape environment

• Real opportunity to influence product and technical direction