Junior Full Stack Developer
Junior full-stack developer in Johannesburg building features across front-end and back-end, optimizing code, and getting involved in CI/CD and cloud deployments while being mentored by senior engineers. Stack spans JavaScript/TypeScript or Python, React/Vue/Angular, Node.js/Django/Flask/.NET, and SQL or NoSQL databases.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Junior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Fullstack
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- 2+ years of experience in full-stack development
- Strong foundation in JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python
- Front-end experience with React, Vue.js, or Angular
- Back-end knowledge in Node.js, Django, Flask, or .NET
- Experience with databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB
- Familiarity with APIs, REST, and basic cloud technologies (AWS, Firebase, or GCP is a plus)
- Hacker mindset — loves tinkering, experimenting, and figuring out how things work
- Strong attention to detail with an eye for clean, maintainable code
- Passion for continuous learning and adapting to new technologies
Nice to have
- Built and deployed personal projects or contributed to open-source
- Experience with GraphQL, Docker, or Kubernetes
- Understanding of Agile methodologies and Git workflows
- Curiosity about AI/ML or automation in development
Full description
About the Role:
We are looking for a highly motivated Junior Full-Stack Developer to join our innovative and fast-paced team. This is not just another junior developer rolewe are looking for someone with a problem-solving mindset, a passion for learning, and the drive to contribute meaningfully from day one. You will work across the entire stack, building scalable, efficient, and high-impact software solutions while being mentored by experienced engineers.
This role is perfect for someone who wants to push boundaries, explore new technologies, and grow into a leading developer. If youre not just looking for a job but a launchpad for your career, we want to hear from you!
What Youll Do:
- Build & Innovate Contribute to front-end and back-end development, ensuring seamless integration of features.
- Problem-Solve & Experiment Work on real-world challenges, optimizing code for speed, efficiency, and scalability.
- Learn & Grow Receive hands-on mentorship, participate in code reviews, and get exposure to best engineering practices.
- Collaborate & Create Work closely with product managers, designers, and senior developers to build user-centric applications.
- Refactor & Optimize Continuously improve the performance and security of applications.
- Automate & Deploy Get involved in CI/CD pipelines, cloud deployments, and testing strategies.
What Were Looking For:
- 2+ years of experience in full-stack development
- Strong foundation in JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python.
- Front-end experience with React, Vue.js, or Angular.
- Back-end knowledge in Node.js, Django, Flask, or .NET.
- Experience with databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
- Familiarity with APIs, REST, and basic cloud technologies (AWS, Firebase, or GCP is a plus).
- A hacker mindsetyou love tinkering, experimenting, and figuring out how things work.
- Strong attention to detail, with an eye for clean, maintainable code.
- A passion for continuous learning and adapting to new technologies.
Bonus Points If You:
- Have built and deployed personal projects or contributed to open-source.
- Have dabbled in GraphQL, Docker, or Kubernetes.
- Understand Agile methodologies and Git workflows.
- Are curious about AI/ML or automation in development.