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Software Developer (Frontend Focused) (CH1246) (REMOTE)

Our client develops cloud-based software solutions that automate accounting, payroll, compliance and financial workflows for SMEs. They are looking for an experienced Developer with a strong front-end focus who is comfortable working across modern web interfaces, legacy .NET applications, SQL Server and cloud infrastructure.

This is a hands-on role where the successful candidate will build and enhance customer-facing web applications while integrating with backend services, APIs and databases.

Minimum Requirements

  • Matric completed

  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology, Computer Science or Software Development (advantageous)

  • 3–5+ years' commercial software development experience

  • Excellent English communication skills, with the ability to understand Afrikaans.

Technical Requirements

Essential

  • Strong front-end web development experience

  • C# .NET / ASP.NET development

  • Microsoft SQL Server (Writing and optimising SQL queries, Stored Procedures, Database integration)

  • API and Web Service integration

  • HTML5, CSS3

  • JavaScript

  • Strong debugging and problem-solving ability

Cloud / Infrastructure

  • Experience working within AWS environments

  • Understanding of cloud-hosted web applications

  • Exposure to deployment and infrastructure concepts

  • Ability to work with developers responsible for cloud infrastructure

Advantageous

  • Experience with Classic ASP or VB.NET applications

  • IONIC

  • Angular

  • Vue.js

  • Bootstrap

  • Git

  • CI/CD exposure

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain customer-facing web applications.

  • Build responsive, intuitive user interfaces.

  • Integrate front-end applications with APIs and backend services.

  • Maintain and extend existing .NET applications.

  • Develop and modify SQL Server stored procedures where required.

  • Troubleshoot production issues and optimise application performance.

  • Work closely with software developers, business analysts and product owners.

  • Participate in ongoing enhancement of the company's cloud-based software platform.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who is:

  • A high-calibre software developer with strong analytical ability.

  • Primarily a Front-End Developer rather than a Mobile Developer.

  • Comfortable working in both modern and legacy Microsoft environments.

  • Experienced with SQL Server and backend integrations.

  • Familiar with AWS-hosted applications and cloud infrastructure.

  • Able to take ownership of features from design through deployment.

  • Collaborative, pragmatic and quality-focused.

General:

  • We are committed to fair and inclusive hiring. All suitably qualified applicants are welcome to apply.

  • Preference may be given in line with our client’s Employment Equity plan and applicable legislation.

  • Applicants must have the legal right to work in South Africa at the time of application.

  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 30 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

  • Please include your current remuneration (CTC), salary expectation, and notice period (optional but helpful for screening).

  • By applying, you consent to the processing of your personal information for recruitment purposes in accordance with POPIA.

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