Web Developer

We are seeking a hands-on Web Developer to be based at our Centurion operation in Gauteng.

You will join a close-knit team that values reliability and mutual respect. Longer term, there is a clear path for those who show commitment. Apply today and let us know why this role is right for you.

Discretion and confidentiality are essential given the sensitive nature of the work.

Responsibilities

Software Development & Architecture

• Design and implement robust database schemas, stored procedures, indexing strategies, and query optimisation techniques to ensure efficient data retrieval and referential integrity across high-volume transactional and analytical reporting workloads.
• Participate actively in code reviews by examining peers' pull requests for logic errors, security vulnerabilities, performance bottlenecks, and adherence to coding standards, providing constructive feedback and suggesting alternative approaches where appropriate.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications using modern programming languages and frameworks, writing clean, well-documented, and testable code that adheres to established coding standards, design patterns, and SOLID principles.
• Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to translate functional requirements into detailed technical specifications, system architecture designs, logical data models, and comprehensive API contracts before commencing each development sprint.

Collaboration & Agile Delivery

• Actively participate in all agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, sprint reviews, and retrospectives, contributing ideas and feedback to drive continuous improvement of team velocity and delivery predictability.
• Document technical architectures, system configurations, operational runbooks, and troubleshooting guides in the team knowledge base, and mentor junior developers through pair programming sessions and lunch-and-learn knowledge-sharing presentations.
• Maintain and enhance CI/CD pipelines to automate building, testing, security scanning, and deployment of application releases across development, staging, and production environments using tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitHub Actions.

Requirements

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices, with certifications such as CompTIA Security+ or CISSP being advantageous.
• A minimum of three to five years of hands-on experience in the relevant IT discipline with proven successful project delivery.
• Strong communication skills to explain technical concepts to non-technical users and stakeholders clearly and patiently.
• A bachelor's degree or diploma in computer science, information technology, software engineering, or a related field.
• A commitment to continuous learning and staying current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to diagnose complex technical issues and identify root causes systematically.

Qualifications

National Diploma in Information Technology or Software Development