Devops Africa is actively seeking a skilled and motivated Full Stack Web Developer Tier 2 to join our team. As an eligible position, you will have the opportunity to build and improve web applications in our open source technology environment. Join our collaborative team of professionals and play a vital role in delivering innovative solutions that align with our business objectives.

Job Summary:

The Full Stack Web Developer Tier 2 is responsible for building new and improving existing web applications in our open source technology environment. This role will create and/or revise applications based off of prioritized business outcomes as well as provide application technical support. This position is remote work eligible.

Responsibilities:

● Develop and enhance web applications in an open source technology environment, aligning with prioritized business outcomes.

● Create and revise applications based on requirements, ensuring adherence to design and architectural principles.

● Provide technical support for applications, troubleshooting issues, and implementing solutions.

● Utilize JavaScript/TypeScript, ReactJS, Node.js, ExpressJS, and REST APIs to build efficient and scalable web applications.

● Work with standard development tools such as Git and Jira for version control, issue tracking, and project management.

● Implement queuing and caching mechanisms using RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch, and Redis for efficient data processing and storage.

● Apply SQL and database design skills, particularly with MySQL/MariaDB, to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.

● Understand and apply service/worker design patterns to build robust and scalable applications.

● Familiarity with product architecture to ensure development aligns with overall system design.

● Collaborate with the team to work within an existing codebase, maintaining the current design structure and ensuring code quality.

● Follow Scrum principles, understanding the impact of each sprint on the overall project/product.

● Approach problem-solving with agile principles, adapting to changing requirements and priorities.

● Support the team and business in creating small, releasable sprints, delivering value incrementally.

● Champion inspection to assess the project/product direction and identify areas for improvement.

● Actively engage in the Scrum process, identifying and resolving impediments to help the team achieve their goals.

● Participate in company, department, and process changes, actively contributing to their execution and success.

● Facilitate knowledge sharing within the team and seek opportunities for individual and team improvement.

● Train and mentor team members, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth.

● wwInfluence others through the organization’s core values, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment.

● Possess and seek understanding of business processes, aligning development efforts with organizational goals.

● Recognize how the team’s work impacts other areas within the organization, fostering collaboration and alignment.

● Undertake additional assigned duties as requested

Supervisory Responsibilities:

● None

Qualifications:

● Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

● 5 years of experience

● Strong technical proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, ReactJS, Node.js, ExpressJS, and REST APIs.

● Experience with standard development tools such as Git for version control and Jira for issue tracking.

● Knowledge and practical experience with queuing/caching technologies like RabbitMQ, Elasticsearch, and Redis.

● Proficiency in SQL and database design, particularly with MySQL/MariaDB. ● Familiarity with service/worker design patterns for building scalable and efficient applications.

● Understanding of product architecture and ability to work within an existing codebase while maintaining design structure.

● Thorough understanding of Scrum principles and agile methodologies, including sprint planning and prioritization.

● Proactive involvement in the Scrum process, identifying and resolving impediments to support the team’s goals.

● Strong team dynamics, actively participating in company, department, and process changes.

● Demonstrated ability to facilitate knowledge sharing and contribute to team improvement.

● Experience training and mentoring team members, promoting professional growth and development.

● Ability to influence others through the organization’s core values, fostering a positive work culture.

● Deep understanding of business processes and the ability to align development efforts with organizational goals.

● Awareness of how the team’s work impacts other areas within the organization, promoting collaboration and alignment.

● Ability to adapt to changes in company, department, and process, embracing a growth mindset and a willingness to learn new technologies and practices. ● Excellent team dynamics, including the ability to work collaboratively in a self organizing Scrum team structure.

● Effective communication skills and the ability to provide and receive feedback constructively.

● A genuine interest in understanding the business processes and needs that the product addresses, ensuring development efforts align with the overall goals. ● Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code.

Working Settings:

● Full-time Salaried Exempt, not eligible for overtime

● Office hours are 10am-7pm, Monday through Friday, GMT, additional hours may be required depending on priorities

● This position is a full-time work.

Compensation:

● The salary is negotiable and varies based on experience and qualifications,