Introduction

An established organisation is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer to join its team in Port Alfred. This role will contribute to software, systems, and digital capability across a growing operational landscape. The position offers the opportunity to work on meaningful systems, applications, infrastructure, or digital services depending on the portfolio and team structure.

This position is well suited to a professional who can combine strong technical fundamentals with a practical, service-oriented approach to delivery and support. The successful candidate will be expected to work with appropriate urgency, maintain quality standards, and support a collaborative delivery culture while contributing to business-facing outcomes.

Duties & Responsibilities

This role combines hands-on technical responsibility with operational coordination and clear ownership of delivery outcomes.

Translate functional needs into structured technical solutions and participate in design discussions where required.
Work with analysts, product stakeholders, QA, and support teams to ensure fit-for-purpose delivery.
Develop, enhance, and maintain application features, integrations, or internal systems based on approved requirements.
Participate in sprint ceremonies, estimation sessions, or project planning activities as applicable.
Support testing, defect resolution, release readiness, and production issue analysis.
Contribute to performance optimisation, technical debt reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Desired Experience & Qualification

The ideal candidate will combine relevant technical capability with strong communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Relevant diploma or degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Development, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Experience with one or more modern programming languages, frameworks, APIs, databases, or web technologies relevant to the role.
Exposure to source control, testing practices, release processes, and collaborative development workflows.
Good working knowledge of documentation standards, structured problem-solving, and stakeholder communication.
Typically suited to candidates with around 5–8 years relevant experience and confidence handling complex responsibilities, mentorship, or technical guidance.