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Junior Application Developer-Experience Full stack

Summary

Builds and maintains web apps using Angular for the frontend and Node.js for backend APIs in an Agile team, while contributing to CI/CD pipelines.

Job Description

The Full Stack Developer will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of web applications using Angular (frontend) and Node.js (backend). The role operates within an Agile Scrum environment, collaborating closely with cross‑functional teams and supporting DevOps‑driven CI/CD processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance frontend features using Angular (v12+ preferred).
  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs using Node.js (Express/NestJS exposure preferred).
  • Integrate frontend and backend components ensuring performance and reliability.
  • Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand‑ups, Reviews, Retrospectives).
  • Estimate user stories and contribute to sprint commitments.
  • Write unit tests and participate in peer code reviews.
  • Troubleshoot issues across development and test environments.
  • Contribute to CI/CD processes and support automated builds and deployments.
  • Follow secure coding standards and API best practices.

Requirements

Technical Skills – Required

  • Working knowledge of Angular and component‑based architecture.
  • Basic to intermediate experience in Node.js and REST API development.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript.
  • Experience with Git version control.
  • Exposure to CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions preferred).
  • Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Skills

  • Exposure to cloud environments (Azure preferred).
  • Familiarity with authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth basics).
  • Basic understanding of microservices.
  • Knowledge of Docker (advantage).

Key Competencies

  • Ability to work effectively in Agile, fast‑paced environments.
  • Strong problem‑solving and debugging skills.
  • Team collaboration and accountability.
  • Willingness to learn and grow technically.

Experience – 4 to 5 years’ experience. This is a junior role.

Duration: 1 March to 30 August 2026

Working model: Onsite

Location: Johannesburg

Industry: Telecommunication

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