Junior Application Developer
GoldenRule
- R Undisclosed
- Contract Junior position
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Johannesburg
- Posted 19 Feb 2026 by GoldenRule
- Expires in 34 days
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Job 2633616 - Ref GDR03752
About the position
Role Summary
The Full Stack Developer will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of web applications using Angular (frontend) and Node.js (backend). The role operates within an Agile Scrum environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and supporting DevOps-driven CI/CD processes.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and enhance frontend features using Angular (v12+ preferred).
Build and maintain RESTful APIs using Node.js (Express/NestJS exposure preferred).
Integrate frontend and backend components ensuring performance and reliability.
· Participate actively in Agile ceremonies (Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-ups, Reviews, Retrospectives).
· Estimate user stories and contribute to sprint commitments.
· Write unit tests and participate in peer code reviews.
· Troubleshoot issues across development and test environments.
· Contribute to CI/CD processes and support automated builds and deployments.
· Follow secure coding standards and API best practices.
Technical Skills – Required
Working knowledge of Angular and component-based architecture
Basic to intermediate experience in Node.js and REST API development
Proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript
Experience with Git version control
Exposure to CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions preferred)
- Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to cloud environments (Azure preferred)
- Familiarity with authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth basics)
- Basic understanding of microservices
- Knowledge of Docker (advantage)
Key Competencies
- Ability to work effectively in Agile, fast-paced environments
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Team collaboration and accountability
- Willingness to learn and grow technically
Experience – 4 to 5 years’ experience. This is a junior role
Duration:1 march to 30 August 2026
Working model: Onsite
Location: Johannesburg
Industry: Telecommunication
Desired Skills:
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
- Spreadsheet software
- Judgment and Decision Making
- Active Listening
- Tax preparation software
- Accounting Software
GoldenRule
About the agency
GoldenRule is positioned as a Strategic Resourcing Partner. We are IT Services company with a Total solution offering around staffing issues.
We currently offer the following services:
* Contracting of GoldenRule fulltime staff to our clients for in-house or external projects.
* Permanent placements
* Temporary placements to permanent placements
* Allowing our fulltime employees to accept job offers from our clients to add further value.
* All candidates are technically evaluated for each position. (GoldenRule makes use of an In-house evaluation methodology and Teckcheck)
* Hosting learnerships. We hold the risk in developing junior resources. Ideal for AA candidates.
* We are able to provided local, AA and international skills.
* With international resources meticulous attention is given to Work Permit issues and the relocation of our employees. GoldenRule has an attentive program for relocation and integration of our employees into South Africa. This includes accommodation in furnished guesthouses, transport to and from work, assistance with various forms of finance and obtaining banking products etc.
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