Senior Full Stack Software Engineer in Cape Town

Role Overview At Theodo, we are assembling a team of elite engineers dedicated to producing exceptional code daily while enhancing their technical skills continuously.If you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges, learning from talented colleagues, and immersing yourself in the codebase, this role is for you.This isn't just a solo endeavor; you'll colla…

Paystack serves over 200,000 businesses with digital payment solutions, operating in Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, and Kenya. The platform is trusted by major brands such as MTN, Burger King, and UPS. Features include automated recurring payments and chargeback management, with a focus on reliability and ongoing product improvement. Role overview This Senior Full Stack Engineer position is located in Cape Town. The role involves building and maintaining applications across the technology stack. Projects support both internal teams and external customers, requiring attention to performance, accuracy, and reliability. Work includes managing large data sets and delivering robust systems for digital commerce. Collaboration with other engineers is central, as teams design and enhance products for leading brands in South Africa and across the continent. What you will do Develop and maintain full stack applications that power Paystack’s payment platform Work with large data sets, ensuring systems meet high standards for speed and accuracy Collaborate with peers to design, build, and refine products for both internal and external users Requirements Experience building and maintaining applications across the stack Ability to handle large data sets and deliver reliable, high-performance systems Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with engineering teams

Role Mission Join us as we cultivate a talented team of engineers dedicated to crafting top-notch code on a daily basis, while continuously enhancing their technical skills.If you are passionate about tackling complex technical challenges, eager to learn from exceptional colleagues, and enjoy diving deep into code — this role is for you.You won’t be working in isolation; instead, you will collaborate with a high-performing team, navigating dynamic client projects. This requires thoughtful collaboration, clear communication, and a proactive approach to overcoming obstacles for yourself and your teammates. We are looking for engineers who are inquisitive, eager to learn from their peers, and understand how to access the resources they need to deliver their best work.

Welcome to Storyteq! At Storyteq, we empower marketing and creative teams from leading brands to enhance their creative production and exert control over their marketing strategies. Our innovative platform enables clients to simplify campaign workflows, automate creative production utilizing templates and AI, and launch captivating campaigns swiftly.Since our inception in 2016, we have been on a mission to transform the creation and utilization of creative assets. We believe that while creativity requires time, the production process should not be cumbersome. By harnessing technology, we can unleash creativity. Our commitment to continuous improvement and our customers' success forms the core of our problem-solving ethos. Our values are reflected in our mission: we aim high, think innovatively, and collaborate effectively.About the RoleAs a Senior Full Stack Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in helping global enterprises efficiently scale their content production. You will work with various content sources including Photoshop, Figma, and After Effects, or design within our AI-driven web editor, elevating the creative process. Collaborating with Developers, Designers, Quality Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Product Owners, you will contribute to delivering an exceptional platform for our users.Your responsibilities will include implementing new features, enhancing existing functionalities, and continuously improving our product. Our team is focused on achieving ambitious goals while maintaining an optimal balance between product development and engineering priorities, ensuring that we keep our technology and product aligned with our vision!Key Responsibilities:Develop and deploy robust backend services and frontends that deliver real impact.Ensure systems are scalable, high-performing, and maintainable.Collaborate across teams to integrate services and provide end-to-end value.Design clean, efficient data structures that model business domains.Mentor and guide other engineers on best practices, fostering professional growth.Partner with other engineers to lead technical delivery within projects.Exemplify engineering excellence, pragmatism, and shared ownership.

Are you an innovative Full Stack Software Engineer with 3–5 years of experience in crafting user-centric applications? Join us at Tripco, where you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and optimizing robust full-stack systems that power our leading travel platform. Your expertise will help us enhance our technology, leveraging artificial intelligence and automation to streamline our development workflows and elevate our product functionalities. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in Product, Design, and Engineering, taking ideas from concept to launch. This position is based in the vibrant V&A Waterfront, Cape Town, with a hybrid work model.Tripco is the parent company of LekkeSlaap, South Africa’s premier accommodation booking app, renowned for its user-friendly interface and exceptional customer service. We are dedicated to driving innovation and setting new benchmarks in travel technology.As an Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer at Tripco, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering scalable, high-quality solutions that enhance the travel booking experience for millions. You will work across the full tech stack, from backend architecture to front-end performance, ensuring our systems remain secure, efficient, and future-ready.Additionally, you will utilize AI-driven tools and automation to boost development efficiency and optimize internal processes as the travel industry evolves.Our Technology StackYou will engage with a diverse and modern technology ecosystem, which includes:Core Stack: Backend - PHP (Laravel), Frontend - Twig/HTML/CSS/JavaScript (React), MySQL (MariaDB), Redis, and Nginx.Additional Languages: Python, C++, and Rust for performance-critical and specialized microservices.AI, Data & Automation: Active utilization of AI-driven tools, automation, and data-informed solutions to enhance internal systems and product capabilities.Infrastructure: Containerized applications utilizing HashiCorp’s Nomad, Consul, Vault, and Terraform in a self-managed multi-server environment.CI/CD: Docker and GitHub Actions for automated builds, testing, and deployments.Key ResponsibilitiesApplication Development: Design, build, test, and deploy scalable and maintainable web applications across the full stack.Performance & Security: Optimize system performance and implement secure coding practices that meet industry standards and protect customer data.Code Quality: Engage in peer code reviews, maintaining high standards for maintainability, readability, and test coverage.Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and deliverables.

Senior Full Stack Software Engineer Experience Required: 4+ Years Location: Stellenbosch, South Africa Working Hours: Flexibility to align with UK hours About Us: At Kerv South Africa, we are more than just a technology firm; we are pioneers driving innovation. Our team excels at transforming intricate challenges into intuitive digital solutions. Through a unique integration of Power Platform, DevSecOps, and advanced Software Engineering, we craft tailored business solutions that deliver exceptional value to our clients. As a proud member of the Kerv Group, a leading technology consultancy generating £112 million in revenue, we bring together a global network of over 700 professionals collaborating with more than 800 industry leaders. Join us in an environment that prioritizes people, where our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India are a testament to our outstanding work culture. Experience a wealth of opportunities in a collaborative atmosphere that values teamwork and innovation, guided by visionary architects in the industry. Key Responsibilities: Develop and enhance scalable full-stack web applications utilizing Next.js for the frontend and Node.js for the backend. Create user-centric interfaces that simplify complex business functions through elegant and responsive UI components. Design RESTful services using Node.js and TypeORM, ensuring robust data modeling and performance optimization. Write clean, modular code accompanied by comprehensive unit and integration tests, adhering to TDD principles with frameworks such as Jest and Supertest. Design and maintain infrastructure components using Docker Compose and Terraform, deploying solutions on AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, etc.). Transform UI/UX wireframes into high-performance front-end code with a focus on accessibility. Produce technical documentation that is clear and concise using Domain-Driven Design (DDD). Collaborate effectively with Engineers, Product Managers, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure seamless delivery. Engage in code reviews, trunk-based development, continuous integration, and agile methodologies.

Join our innovative team as an Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer specializing in Search, contributing your 3–5 years of experience in full-stack development of user-oriented products. Play a pivotal role in designing and optimizing full-stack systems that support a major travel platform. Utilize AI and automation to enhance development workflows and expand product functionalities. Collaborate with Product, Design, and Engineering teams from conception through to launch. Work from our V&A Waterfront office in Cape Town (hybrid model).Tripco is the parent company of LekkeSlaap, South Africa’s premier accommodation booking app celebrated for its user-centric design and outstanding customer service. Our commitment to innovation and exceptional service positions us at the forefront of travel technology.As an Intermediate Full Stack Software Engineer with Tripco, you will be integral to a dynamic Product & Engineering team, developing and enhancing the technologies that drive our offerings. You will engage with the entire technology stack, crafting robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions that enrich the travel booking experience for millions. Your contributions will span from backend architecture to front-end performance, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to transform ideas into reality while ensuring our systems remain secure, efficient, and prepared for future challenges.In this role, you will also actively engage in leveraging AI-driven tools and automation to boost development efficiency, refine internal processes, and elevate product capabilities as industry demands evolve.Our Technology StackExperience our cutting-edge technology ecosystem, including:Core Stack: Backend - PHP (Laravel), Frontend - Twig/HTML/CSS/JavaScript (React), MySQL (MariaDB), Redis, and NginxAdditional Languages: Python, C++, and Rust for specialized microservicesAI, Data & Automation: Active integration of AI tools, automation, and data-driven solutions to enhance our internal systems and product capabilitiesInfrastructure: Containerized applications using HashiCorp’s Nomad, Consul, Vault, and Terraform in a self-managed multi-server environment.CI/CD: Utilize Docker and GitHub Actions for automated builds, testing, and deployments.Key ResponsibilitiesApplication Development: Design, build, test, and deploy scalable and maintainable web applications across the full stack.Performance & Security: Enhance system performance and enforce secure coding standards that protect customer data.Code Quality: Engage in peer code reviews to uphold high standards of maintainability, readability, and test coverage.Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.

Lead the planning, development, and implementation of web and mobile applications within an agile framework.Take ownership of system comprehension and share knowledge with team members.Collaborate with senior team members to influence strategic and architectural decisions that enhance our services for members and clients.Provide mentorship and technical support to junior developers.Identify opportunities to enhance system robustness, resilience, and stability.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer to join our dynamic team at Vista Group International. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in delivering top-tier, customized cinema websites that serve clients around the globe.Leveraging your deep expertise in .Net, React.js, TypeScript, CSS/SCSS, and REST APIs, you will take ownership of features and projects. Your collaboration with stakeholders, including Product Owners, Business Analysts, and Engineering Managers, will be crucial as we strive for continuous improvement and innovation.Your experience with Agile software development methodologies will empower you to enhance team quality and productivity. You will engage in peer programming and code reviews, ensuring that our codebase remains high-quality, maintainable, and continuously evolving.

Welcome to Storyteq! At Storyteq, we empower creative and marketing teams from leading brands to elevate their creative production and enhance control over their marketing strategies. Our innovative platform simplifies campaign workflows, automates creative production through templates and AI, and enables rapid market activation of captivating campaigns.Since our inception in 2016, we have been on a mission to transform the landscape of creative assets creation and utilization. We believe that while creativity requires time, the process of creative production should not be a bottleneck. By leveraging technology to enhance creativity, we foster a culture of curiosity and unwavering dedication to our clients, striving to solve their challenges. Our values—dreaming big, thinking differently, and working collaboratively—are integral to our approach.About the RoleAs a Senior Full Stack Engineer and Team Lead, you will contribute to our vision of enabling global enterprises to efficiently scale their content creation. Your responsibilities will encompass integrating content from tools like Photoshop, Figma, and After Effects, or utilizing our AI-driven web editor to enhance designs. You will collaborate closely with Developers, Designers, Quality Engineers, DevOps Engineers, and Product Owners to deliver an outstanding platform experience for our users.Your role will involve implementing new features, enhancing existing functionalities, and elevating our product's quality consistently. The team operates with focused objectives and a balanced approach to product and engineering roadmaps, ensuring we maintain alignment between our technology and product development.In addition to your technical contributions, you will take on a Team Lead role, providing guidance and process management within a cross-functional agile team of up to six engineers. This includes coaching and mentoring team members through regular one-on-one meetings, performance evaluations, and informal discussions, fostering a culture of ownership, independence, and teamwork. You will also be responsible for promoting standard practices and iterating on processes to optimize delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesEngineering ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deploy robust backend services and user interfaces that have a significant impact on our product.Ensure the scalability, performance, and maintainability of systems.Collaborate across teams to integrate services and provide end-to-end value to users.Model business domains into efficient and clean data structures.Contribute to architectural designs and effectively communicate trade-offs.Team Lead ResponsibilitiesProvide coaching and mentorship to engineers for their technical and professional development.Oversee technical delivery for initiatives within a designated domain or project.Facilitate consistent planning, prioritization, and alignment of team efforts.

Pinewood.AI is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Developer to become an integral part of our innovative software development hub located in Cape Town, South Africa. You will report directly to the Lead Developer and play a crucial role in enhancing our Automotive Intelligence Platform, collaborating closely with our Product and Engineering teams based in Birmingham.As a senior contributor, your responsibilities will include the design, development, and implementation of high-quality, scalable features for our enterprise-scale SaaS product, utilized by automotive retailers and OEMs globally.This position is perfect for a proactive developer who thrives on creating new product features, establishing integrations with third-party systems, and navigating the entire software development lifecycle while upholding high engineering standards within a dynamic team environment.

Speechify’s mission is to remove reading barriers and open up learning for everyone. Our text-to-speech products serve over 50 million users, converting everything from PDFs and books to Google Docs, news articles, and websites into audio. The product lineup spans iOS, Android, Mac, Chrome, and web. Recognition includes Google’s Chrome Extension of the Year and Apple’s 2025 Design Award for Inclusivity. The team is fully remote, with about 200 people worldwide. Engineers and researchers join us from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Stanford, Stripe, Vercel, and more. The work culture values strong communication, initiative, and a drive to win. Leadership is open to anyone who demonstrates outstanding technical ability. Role Overview This Platform Software Engineer position is based in Cape Town, South Africa. The role centers on building and maintaining backend services that power Speechify’s products. These services include payments, analytics, subscriptions, text-to-speech features, and external APIs. The work involves shaping product direction, improving user experience, and supporting new product launches. The team moves quickly and values thoughtful product decisions. The company structure is flat, so engineers have the chance to take on leadership and influence technical direction. What You Will Do Design, develop, and maintain APIs, both public (such as TTS) and internal (covering payments, subscriptions, authentication, and consumption tracking), to meet business and scaling requirements. Oversee backend API systems, focusing on performance and maintainability. Contribute to B2B solutions, handling customization and integration for enterprise customers. Work with cross-functional teams to ensure backend architecture supports product goals and user needs. Interview Process The process includes several technical interviews, typically completed within one week.

Lendscape is a premier technology provider in the global secured finance sector, dedicated to empowering financial institutions to enhance cash flow and deliver superior lending experiences for their SME customers through cutting-edge technology. Our innovative solutions currently support the secured lending operations of over 120 banks and finance providers across the globe.With our headquarters in London and regional offices in California and Singapore, Lendscape boasts a diverse workforce of over 180 global employees.About the Role and Our Engineering TeamJoining our internationally dispersed team provides you with the chance to engage with varied cultures and insights. As we expand into new markets, you’ll play a pivotal role in our growth!The Software Engineering team is our largest department, featuring 80 professionals across 10 squads, essential for maintaining our leadership in the industry. We are excited about our upcoming projects and aim to expand our engineering teams to over 100 members.

Impact is a global partnership marketing platform that connects brands with affiliates, influencers, content publishers, brand ambassadors, and customer advocates. Its integrated products, Performance (affiliate), Creator (influencer), and Advocate (customer referral), bring together different partner types in one solution. Over 5,000 brands, including Walmart, Uber, Shopify, Lenovo, L’Oréal, and Fanatics, use Impact to manage more than 225,000 partnerships. Role overview The Associate Software Engineer joins the GRAINE (Graduates And Interns in Engineering) Squad in Cape Town. This team is dedicated to building strong software development skills and gaining practical experience with technologies such as Java, Unit Testing, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and Spring. Early contributions to the codebase and learning the Impact platform are key parts of this role. What you will do Develop, test, and maintain software components for the Impact platform. Write unit, functional, and integration tests for your code. Collaborate with teammates through pair programming and individual coding tasks. Stay current with new technologies and apply improvements when suitable. Review and analyze business requirements, technical specifications, and documentation needs. Create and update design, user, and test documentation. Location This position is based in Cape Town.

DVT is a prominent software development company based in Cape Town, working with major clients in South Africa and internationally. The team delivers impactful software projects across a range of industries. This Senior .NET Developer role centers on building and integrating software using technologies such as Azure, Microservices or SOA, and .NET. The position offers the chance to work on enterprise-scale solutions and contribute directly to client success. What you will do Develop and maintain software solutions using .NET and related technologies Work on projects involving Azure, Microservices, and enterprise integration Collaborate with a team of experienced engineers on client-focused initiatives Growth and culture Participate in ongoing learning through internal training sessions Access to technical events such as DevConf and GDG, supported by DVT Be part of a culture that values knowledge sharing and professional development Requirements Strong experience with .NET development Interest in Azure, Microservices/SOA, and enterprise integration Motivation to help clients turn ideas into working software

Join KingMakers, where we don't just follow the industry's lead; we set the standards.As a proud African enterprise, we are revolutionizing the realm of sports and iGaming entertainment across the continent. Since our inception in 2018, we have developed platforms that engage millions of fans with our flagship brands, BetKing and SuperSportBet.With rapid expansion from Nigeria to South Africa, we've emerged as a formidable force, renowned for elevating standards, challenging norms, and defining the future of our industry. Our ambitious vision is to be the premier destination for African gaming.Our culture is rooted in collaboration, innovation, and bold execution. Every decision we make is intentional, every interaction meaningful, and every product crafted with excellence to enhance the experience for our players and partners.We prioritize speed, curiosity, and striving for excellence. Our mission is to provide entertainment anchored in integrity, innovation, and positive impact — because exceptional products can transform how entire communities engage with play.As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and owning data engineering solutions across global projects. Your responsibilities will include architecting and constructing scalable data pipelines, enhancing storage systems, and improving data infrastructure performance. You will address intricate technical challenges and propose innovative solutions.Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure data quality and accessibility, contributing significantly to the overall data strategy of the company. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and instill best practices in data engineering across various teams.

Join Our Team as a Performance EngineerAt Xceptor, we place data at the core of our operations. Our platform is meticulously designed for comprehensive data manipulation, allowing us to effectively source, curate, normalize, validate, repair, and enrich data to ensure it reaches its intended destination in a reliable and consistent manner. With Xceptor, our clients can trust the data they receive.We pride ourselves on being a leader in the Financial Services sector, empowering Business Users in both Middle and Back-Office teams to independently tackle their data challenges without relying solely on technology-led initiatives.Your Role:As a Performance Engineer, your enthusiasm for software quality and performance will shine through as you collaborate with engineering teams to ensure our product features exceed performance expectations. You will create test plans, script and execute tests, and analyze results to drive continuous improvement.In this AI-first performance engineering role, you will leverage artificial intelligence daily to expedite test script generation, performance report creation, and results analysis, enhancing our development process.

Role Overview Speechify is hiring an iOS Core Product Software Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa. This role focuses on building and improving iOS applications that help users get more from their experience. The position involves close collaboration with developers and designers to deliver features and solutions that matter to Speechify’s audience.

At MOO, we're on a mission to revolutionize the print industry since 2006. With more than 400 talented individuals on our team, we create a vast array of print and digital products tailored for businesses of all sizes, from industry giants like Google and AirBnB to local artisans showcasing their unique crafts.Our global headquarters is based in London, UK, with additional offices in Dagenham, Boston, East Providence, Denver, and now Cape Town, South Africa!The Forge team is dedicated to facilitating branded product launches through our extensive vendor network while enhancing our internal manufacturing processes. Our straightforward mission is to drive revenue growth at MOO by empowering our manufacturing team to produce high-quality products swiftly and efficiently.Working in an agile environment, we collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to manage the post-purchase experience—from the moment a customer checks out to when their custom-branded product is delivered to their doorstep. Our platform is pivotal in ensuring that every product launch is scalable, efficient, and beautifully executed.

Storyteq is looking for a Senior Data Platform Engineer to join the team in Cape Town. This role focuses on building and maintaining the data infrastructure that supports Storyteq’s global platform, which helps marketing and creative teams streamline campaign workflows and automate creative production. Role overview The Senior Data Platform Engineer will design, implement, and manage data systems using a variety of database technologies. These include relational, vector, and graph databases, as well as cloud-scale data lakes. The position involves developing an enterprise-scale data layer to support Storyteq’s AI-driven features and ensuring the platform’s data is reliable, well-structured, and accessible. What you will do Build and maintain data infrastructure across multiple database types Collaborate with product and engineering teams to understand and address data requirements Help shape data architecture and influence technology decisions Deploy solutions that are well-configured, documented, and designed for long-term use Support the development of a scalable data layer for AI features Requirements Experience designing and maintaining reliable, well-structured data systems Strong collaboration and communication skills Commitment to quality and long-term maintainability Location This role is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa.