Developer Polokwane

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Employer: First Technology Pty Ltd

About First TechnologyFirst Technology is a leading South African technology solutions provider, delivering innovative ICT, software, cloud, and digital transformation solutions to businesses across multiple industries. We are looking for a skilled and passionate Full-Stack Developer to join our Polokwane team and contribute to the development of cutting-edge web applications and business solutions.

Role PurposeThe Full-Stack Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and supporting web-based applications across both front-end and back-end environments. The successful candidate will work on API integrations, cloud-hosted solutions, document management systems, and secure enterprise applications while collaborating with internal stakeholders to deliver scalable technology solutions. Key ResponsibilitiesFull-Stack DevelopmentDesign, develop, test, and maintain responsive web applications. Build intuitive front-end user interfaces and scalable back-end services. Develop robust and reusable code following industry best practices. Optimise applications for performance, reliability, and scalability. API Integration & Systems DevelopmentDesign and implement secure API integrations with third-party platforms. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and webhook integrations. Integrate external services and business applications to streamline processes. Document Management Solutions (DMS)Develop, support, and enhance document management solutions. Configure and maintain document storage, indexing, version control, and retrieval processes. Support OCR and digital document workflow implementations. Cloud Hosting & DevOpsDeploy and manage applications within cloud environments. Configure servers, hosting platforms, and deployment pipelines. Monitor application performance and ensure system availability. Security & ComplianceImplement secure authentication and authorization mechanisms. Apply security best practices, including SSL/TLS and OAuth protocols. Identify and resolve security vulnerabilities and performance issues. Technical Support & DocumentationTroubleshoot and resolve application and infrastructure-related issues. Maintain technical documentation, including system architecture, APIs, and workflows. Collaborate with business users to gather requirements and recommend technical solutions. Minimum RequirementsQualificationsSenior Certificate (Grade 12). Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Development, or a related field advantageous. Relevant certifications in cloud technologies or development frameworks will be beneficial. Experience3-5 years' professional experience as a Full-Stack Developer. Proven experience developing and maintaining commercial web applications. Demonstrated experience working across the full software development lifecycle. Experience managing projects from design through deployment and support. Portfolio, GitHub repository, or examples of previous development projects preferred. Technical SkillsFront-End DevelopmentHTML5CSS3JavaScriptReact, Angular, or Vue.jsBack-End DevelopmentNode.jsPythonPHP. NET CoreDatabasesPostgreSQLMySQLMongoDBDatabase design and optimisationAPI DevelopmentRESTful APIsWebhook integrationsThird-party system integrationsCloud & InfrastructureMicrosoft AzureAmazon Web Services (AWS)Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Application hosting and deploymentSecuritySSL/TLSOAuthAuthentication and access controlSecure coding principlesDocument Management SolutionsDocument indexingOCR technologiesVersion controlDigital workflow automation