Full Stack Software Developer (Node.js | Azure | Kubernetes) – 6-Month Contract at DeARX Services (Pty) Ltd

• Our client, a leading bank based in Sandton, is seeking an experienced Full Stack Software Developer to join their dynamic technology team on a 6-month contract. This role is ideal for a developer with strong backend and cloud engineering experience who enjoys working in modern DevOps environments and delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions.
• You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, deploying, and supporting enterprise applications while collaborating closely with Business, Development, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance enterprise software applications.
• Provide ongoing maintenance and production support for software within your area of responsibility.
• Develop unit and system test cases and perform comprehensive testing.
• Create, manage, and maintain deployment artefacts within source control.
• Manage deployment packages and execute application deployments.
• Collaborate with Business, Development, and Operations teams to optimise tooling and deployment processes.
• Maintain and update the asset knowledge base and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot application issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure software is developed following best practices, coding standards, and security requirements.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of software development/programming experience.
• Solid experience with Node.js development.
• Experience working with Azure DevOps.
• Experience deploying and managing applications on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Strong knowledge of Kubernetes.
• Experience with Docker containers.
• Experience working with the Elastic Stack (ELK).
• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience with source control and deployment management.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience with Dynatrace.
• Experience with Grafana.
• Exposure to enterprise banking or financial services environments.

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and within Agile teams.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Commitment to delivering quality software.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, enterprise environment.