iqx the Technology Division of iqbusiness is seeking an experienced Senior MERN Stack Software Developer to join our team on a 12-month contract. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in MongoDB, Express.js, React.js, and Node.js, with a proven track record of building scalable, high-performance web applications. This is a fully onsite role based in Sandton.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications using the MERN stack
- Build robust RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and Express.js
- Develop responsive, user-friendly front-end interfaces using React.js
- Work with MongoDB to design schemas, optimize queries, and manage data effectively
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product owners, designers, and QA
- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
- Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers
- Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance application performance
- Ensure application security, scalability, and reliability
Required Skills & Experience
- 7+ years of software development experience
- Strong proficiency in:
- MongoDB
- Express.js
- React.js
- Node.js
- Solid understanding of JavaScript (ES6+) and TypeScript (advantageous)
- Experience with RESTful API development and integration
- Familiarity with version control tools such as Git
- Experience with modern front-end build tools and frameworks
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
