Recruiter:
Datafin IT Recruitment
Job Ref:
315835
Date posted:
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Location:
Cape Town, South Africa
SUMMARY:
POSITION INFO:
ENVIRONMENT: A cutting-edge global FinTech company seeks the coding talents of a Full Stack Developer who is passionate about building scalable systems, joining its team on a mission to provide funding to the entrepreneurs who need it the most. You will design, develop, and maintain web applications using FAST API, Next.js, and TypeScript; leverage AWS services for deploying and managing applications while ensuring the robustness and reliability of applications through rigorous testing. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science\/Software Engineering or related tertiary qualification with 3+ years’ experience in a similar role and proficiency in Python, TypeScript, PostgreSQL, Docker, AWS, FAST API\/Flask & Next.js\/React. DUTIES: Development & Implementation -
- Design, develop, and maintain web applications using FAST API, Next.js, and TypeScript.
- Implement and maintain database systems using PostgreSQL.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and translate them into efficient code. AWS & Cloud Services -
- Leverage AWS services for deploying and managing applications.
- Optimize applications for scalability and performance in a cloud environment.
- Ensure data security and compliance with AWS best practices. System Design & Architecture -
- Participate in the design of scalable system architectures.
- Evaluate and integrate new AI\/ML technologies to enhance application capabilities.
- Collaborate in the planning of system and development deployment. Quality Assurance & Testing -
- Write and maintain Unit and Integration Tests.
- Ensure the robustness and reliability of applications through rigorous testing.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems. Collaboration & Communication -
- Work in an Agile development environment.
- Communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
- Document development processes, code, and architectural decisions. REQUIREMENTS: Qualifications –
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Experience\/Skills –
- 3+ Years of experience in Full Stack Software Development.
- Proficiency in FAST API\/ Flask, Next.js\/ React, TypeScript, and PostgreSQL.
- Strong proficiency in solving complex problems with Python.
- Proficiency with Docker and containerised systems.
- Experience with designing scalable systems and cloud-based solutions.
- Strong understanding of the entire web development process (design, development, and deployment). Preferred to haves –
- Experience with NoSQL databases (DynamoDB)
- Experience in building event driven systems
- Experience interacting with Zoho CRM and Sage Intacct
- Familiarity in contributing to monolithic architectures.
- Proficiency in a wide range of AWS services and tools.
- Strong understanding of relational databases.
- Contributions to open-source projects or a robust GitHub portfolio.
- Comfort in writing Unit Tests, Integration Tests and Smoke Tests. ATTRIBUTES:
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to details.
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