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  • Posted: May 4, 2017
    Deadline: Not specified
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    Saratoga provides insights and delivers solutions at the interface of legacy and new technologies for progressive, technology-driven organisations through high-performing teams that consistently exceed expectations. Saratoga is majority owned by the JSE-listed AEEI Group and has become a partner of choice to leading corporates in South Africa and internat...
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    Front End Developer (Senior)

    Job description

    We’re looking for an innovative and experienced senior developer to join the Saratoga team. The developer will lead a project team to deliver on systems and features requested by a Product Owner in an agile working environment. Architect and consult on system design, technologies and processes and liaise with Business Analysts, Product Owners and the development team. The person will be based at Saratoga or at client sites.

    Due to the consulting nature of the business, candidates must have the ability to move between clients and the office when necessary. The role will require someone who can take the technical lead in Software Development and System Architecture design.

    The team has implemented a RESTful microservices architecture, based on the following stack:

    • Linux (CentOs 7)
    • Redis
    • NodeJS
    • Nginx
    • ReactJS (isomorphic implementation)

    The candidate will therefore be giving architectural guidance, beginning with these technologies, and will be comfortable in a DevOps environment, be well conversant in Linux, and have a good grasp of networking concepts.

    Requirements

    Responsibilities

    The responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following key deliverables:

    • Development and Support for existing Node.js and React.js news media platform.
    • Responsible for the system architecture and for the future direction thereof.
    • Develop new features for both Web solutions and mobile applications to align with the groups digital strategy, including personalisation and localisation
    • Become a key member of the technical team aligning with the new online/digital strategy for the group

    Qualifications and Experience required

    • Relevant degree or 3-4 year technical diploma
    • 5 to 10 years software development experience. Mobile/Responsive Web development experience would be advantageous.
    • js and/or React.js would be advantageous
    • Nginx familiarity would be advantageous
    • DevOps skills for a Linux platform

    Attributes

    • Show a strong sense of personal mastery
    • Ability to easily learn new technologies
    • Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
    • Proven ability to plan and organize
    • Ability to work as part of a team
    • Excellent communication and listening skills
    • Ability to adapt to changing situational requirements
    • Handles pressure confidently and appropriately

    Additional Company Information

    Our expert analysts position our clients at the forefront of technology innovation, creating balance with the best engineering talent, so that our clients can harness their true capabilities. Our integrated services blend software solutions with big-picture analysis to create an offering that promotes productivity and drives profit.

    We invest in our people, and develop technology and business experts, by collaborating with clients on meaningful and challenging opportunities. Working at Saratoga means you’ll have access to mentorship, career planning, eCoaching and tech talks.

    Method of Application

    Interested and qualified? Go to Saratoga on saratoga.mcidirecthire.com to apply

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