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≈ $45k – $82k per year (Estimated)
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Senior · 8+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 3, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026.

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SavageOne is a South African recruitment firm headquartered in Sandton that sources candidates for client companies through once-off permanent hires and contract staffing. Founded in 2023 with a fully remote team, it charges a flat 9.5 percent placement fee and uses AI-assisted matching to shortlist South African talent for local and overseas employers, including a London-based software purchasing firm. Its open roles for clients span senior .NET, Node.js, Python, PHP and Salesforce developers, QA and performance testers, solution architects, project managers, supply chain managers and talent acquisition staff.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Node.js Developer with a minimum of 8 years of experience to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Node.js development, strong problem-solving abilities, and a track record of delivering scalable and robust server-side applications. As a Senior Node.js Developer, you will play a pivotal role in leading development efforts, architecting solutions, and mentoring junior team members to drive the success of our projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex server-side applications using Node.js and its associated frameworks such as Express or Nest.js.
  • Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, define technical solutions, and deliver high-quality software products.
  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and web services to facilitate seamless integration with frontend applications, third-party services, and databases.
  • Ensure the performance, security, and scalability of server-side applications through thorough testing, code reviews, and optimization efforts.
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in Node.js development, and advocate for their adoption within the organization.
  • Mentor junior developers, provide technical guidance, and foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 8 years of experience in Node.js development, with a strong emphasis on building scalable server-side applications and APIs.
  • Expertise in JavaScript programming language and proficiency in Node.js and its associated frameworks such as Express or Nest.js.
  • Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and concurrency in Node.js applications.
  • Experience with database systems such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL, including database design, querying, and optimization.
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to excel in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders.

Preferred Skills:

  • Familiarity with frontend technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frontend frameworks like React or Angular.
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Understanding of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration, deployment, and monitoring.
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