Front End Developer (3-Year Contract) (CPT/PTA)

at  Datafin IT Recruitment

QUALIFICATIONS –

• National Diploma / Degree or equivalent in Information Science, Technology, Computer Science, or related field (NQF 6).

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS –

• Relevant experience in Software and Systems Development. A minimum of 3-4 years of documented experience in Software Development and Engineering practices (System Design, Quality Control and Revision/Version Control) is required.
• With modern JavaScript application development and frameworks (e.g. React).
• Experience working with relational databases using SQL.
• Experience working with JSON data and JSON APIs.
• Experience in the use of Version Control software.
• Working with and visualising geospatial data.
• Python and/or R Programming experience.
• Exposure to Data Science and Statistical Analysis
• Experience working with Elasticsearch and/or related technologies.
• Familiarity with the Linux command line and performing administrative tasks on Linux servers.

• Development and maintenance of modern JavaScript (React) web-based atlases, dashboards, and websites.
• Containerisation of applications and services using Docker, as well as implementing continuous delivery pipelines (development, staging, production) for routine and stable releases of all respective services.
• Co-design and implementation of systems architecture to support client-executed software where applicable. For example, facilitating persisting configuration/other client-created data in a database and APIs to support sensible models for client-server data exchanges. These tasks will be done through effective communication with fellow Developers and product stakeholders.
• Mentor and upskill junior and mid-level staff.