Junior Front End/Full Stack Software Engineer Full time Cape Town View Position

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Junior Front-End/Full Stack Software Engineer

Are you the type of technologist who dreams of building well-architected solutions and who loves to tinker and learn about new code, technologies, and frameworks?

Are you curious about the world and view coding as a superpower, one where you can build solutions that improve lives?

Do you consider yourself a professional, someone that wants to be respected in the industry and build a name for themselves in how they work and the quality of what they deliver?

Do you thrive under pressure?

Are you more resourceful, resilient, and determined than most people you meet?

You might just be the person who will come alive in our environment, getting pushed to be your best self while motivating others to be theirs.

Who is Specno?

We are a value-driven company at the forefront of innovation, specializing in designing and developing cutting-edge mobile and web applications.

Our solutions empower businesses to grow, achieve their goals, and unlock their full potential.

We pride ourselves on building exceptional teams and combining global talent across product, design, development, and business operations to deliver excellence in every project.

With a prominent presence in South Africa’s venture and innovation ecosystem, we’ve partnered with over 200 businesses in the past six years, including renowned brands like Pepkor, Takealot, Wellness Warehouse, Planet Fitness, Quicket, Standard Bank, and Capitec.

Outside of that, we also know that our business is built by attracting and retaining the best talent in the industry.

Therefore, we obsess over how we can continually learn from our people to make our environment one where people love to work, where they enjoy their colleagues, where they feel challenged and energized, and where they can play a part in changing the world.

Your Role

We are looking for an ambitious and self-motivated front-end developer to develop and maintain cutting-edge software solutions.

In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional international teams to create high-quality, progressive, and user-friendly web and native applications that drive innovation.

Your expertise will be crucial in implementing technical solutions and enhancing system performance.

We operate in an agile environment, constantly refining our processes to enhance team effectiveness.

Expect a fast-paced environment with challenging projects that foster accelerated learning and growth.

During each project, you will take the time to learn how to architect solutions while leading yourself and others.

This will prepare you to step up when the time comes, allowing you to transition from contributing to a project to leading the next one - helping to design and code a solution from concept to launch.

Your Responsibilities

1. Actively participate in Agile rituals and code reviews.
   
   
2. Implement new features/integrate designs from tickets or mockups created by the Product teams.
   
   
3. Maintain and support existing applications.
   
   
4. Ensure that the front-end code is resilient and performant, by writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code, following best practices and coding standards.
   
   
5. Improve the user experience while adhering to accessibility standards related to the code.
   
   
6. Set up and maintain continuous integration and deployment tools.
   
   
7. Maintain regular monitoring of topics and technologies related to your scope.
   
   
8. Provide expertise on architectural and technical choices.
   
   
9. Support your fellow team members, offering advice, support, and assistance.
   
   
10. Stay up to date with relevant new technologies and skills.
    
    
11. Display professionalism when interacting with any clients and peers.
    
    

Minimum Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
   
   
2. 1-3 years of professional experience as a Front-End Developer.
   
   
3. Excellent knowledge of TypeScript, Node.js, and Firebase libraries and frameworks such as Angular, React, and Vue.
   
   Bonus points if you have experience with more than one framework.
   
   
4. Knowledge of RESTful APIs and experience integrating front-end applications with backend APIs.
5. Experience with version control systems, particularly using Bit Bucket.
   
   
6. Familiarity with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
   
   
7. Experience working in collaboration with product managers, UX/UI designers, and stakeholders.
   
   
8. Strong understanding of code versioning tools such as Git and a good understanding of SEO principles.
   
   
9. Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical requirements.
   
   
10. Ability to troubleshoot and debug issues reported by users or identified during testing phases.
    
    

Qualities We Look For In This Role

1. Embodies Specno values and standards, demonstrating professionalism and excellence in every aspect of work.
   
   
2. Critical thinker with an analytical mindset, capable of troubleshooting and resolving technical issues efficiently.
   
   
3. Strong communication and collaboration skills, fostering effective teamwork and cross-functional interactions.
   
   
4. Adaptability and resilience, thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while managing changing priorities.
   
   
5. Passion for innovation and continuous learning, staying ahead of industry trends and enhancing expertise.
   
   
6. Receptive to feedback and skilled at providing constructive feedback, ensuring continuous improvement in code quality and team performance.
   
   
7. Ownership and accountability for delivering high-quality, impactful outcomes.
   
   

What you can expect working for us

1. Growth.
   
   This role allows you to unlock unimaginable opportunities for personal and professional development.
   
   
2. Trust and freedom.
   
   While we are very adamant about people following processes that allow our team to be more effective, we allow for a lot of autonomy and give you space to create the environment that maximizes your output.
   
   
3. Hybrid setup but an awesome office culture.
   
   The majority of our team chooses to come in every day.
   
   We have a fully stocked breakfast and snack kitchen and cook lunch for the whole team.
   
   
4. Generous leave policy.
   
   Enjoy ample leave to recharge, including time off for your birthday.
   
   
5. Group experiences.
   
   From cooking classes and rollerblading to sunset cruises and themed office gatherings, we know how to make every event memorable.
   
   

Availability

The ideal candidate will be ready to start as soon as possible.

Job Type

Permanent position.

Competitive salary with growth far above market.

Next Steps

Submit your CV and application.

A culture interview - Do you have what it takes to fit in here?

A performance interview/technical assessment - let’s see your track record.

You interview our people - you should want to work here and get an honest view of why this is the best place for you.

A founders interview.

Let’s talk openly - cards on the table.

Reference checks.

Contract and contract review.

Remember, we hold you accountable to your targets, but if you make it through the interview then we believe in you and are choosing to invest in you.

We want to see you succeed.

Given the high volume of applications, please allow 2-4 weeks for us to process your application.

We appreciate your patience and are thrilled about the possibility of having you on our team.

Required Skill Profession

Software Architecture & Engineering