Senior Software Developer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Software engineering
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor’s Degree: In Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years in full stack development, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both frontend (UI/UX design) and backend (system architecture) development.
- Technical Proficiency: Advanced proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and extensive experience with frameworks such as React.js, Next.js, Node.js, and Express.js.
- Cloud Platforms: Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, cloud platforms like GCP and AWS, and Agile project management using tools like ClickUp.
- Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills, capable of providing guidance and constructive feedback within a collaborative team environment.
Full description
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Senior Full Stack
Developer at Preferental is instrumental in leading both frontend and backend
development initiatives, ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and
user-centric digital property management solutions. This role demands deep
technical expertise and a commitment to technological innovation across the
full software development lifecycle. While this position does not involve
formal leadership duties, the Senior Full Stack Developer will lead and mentor
junior developers, focusing primarily on development and architecture.
Key Responsibilities
Full Stack Development (70%)
- System Architecture and Development: Design and develop complex systems using advanced JavaScript/TypeScript and
associated frameworks (React.js, Next.js, Node.js, Express.js) to ensure
scalability and performance.
- UI/UX Design Oversight: Ensure all
developments adhere to the highest UI/UX standards, delivering exceptional user
experiences.
- Innovation and Integration: Integrate
cutting-edge technologies and practices into the development process to enhance
system functionality and maintain technological leadership.
Mentorship and Quality Assurance (20%)
- Team Mentorship: Provide guidance and
support to junior and intermediate developers, promoting a culture of
continuous learning and excellence within the team.
- Code and Design Review: Regularly conduct
rigorous code and design reviews to maintain and enhance quality, ensuring
consistency across all platforms.
Strategic Planning and Collaboration (10%)
- Technical Strategy and Innovation: Contribute to the planning and execution of product roadmaps, aligning
development with Preferental’s strategic goals and industry best practices.
- Collaborative Design and Development: Actively
participate in cross-functional teams to refine software architecture and
integrate innovative technologies, ensuring scalability and efficiency.
Additional Duties to Meet Department KPIs:
- Time-to-Market Efficiency: Enhance
development workflows to reduce time-to-market for new features, significantly