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Experience: 4+ years Where the job is based: Stellenbosch, South Africa This role demands flexibility to work during UK hours Who We Are Dive into a world where technology meets innovation. At Kerv South Africa, we're not just another tech company. We’re the problem solvers, the magicians who transform complex challenges into seamless digital experiences. Utilising a powerful blend of Power Platform, DevSecOps, Data experiences, and Software Engineering, we create business solutions that truly resonate with our clients while driving extreme value! With our roots planted in Birmingham and branches spreading across the globe from London to Bangalore, we're a proud member of the Kerv Group - a dynamic £112m revenue technology consultancy leader with a dedicated team of over 700 professionals, partnering with 800+ sector leaders. People come first always. We are incredibly proud of our unparalleled work culture. Not just words on paper, we wear our "Great Place to Work" certifications from the UK and India like badges of honour. Immerse yourself in an ocean of opportunities in an atmosphere that celebrates collaboration. Sharpen your prowess with a global multi-discipline team and be guided by the industry's most forward-thinking architects. Primary Responsibility Develop and maintain scalable, full-stack web applications using Next.js (frontend) and Node.js (backend) Build rich, user-centric interfaces that bring complex business processes to life through clean and responsive UI components Create RESTful using Node.js and TypeORM, with strong data modelling and performance in mind Write modular, maintainable code with comprehensive unit and integration tests, following TDD, using frameworks like Jest and Supertest Design and manage infrastructure components using Docker Compose, Terraform and deploy to AWS services (EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, etc.) Translate UI/UX wireframes into functional front-end code with high attention to performance and accessibility Produce clear and concise technical documentation using DDD Collaborate with Engineers, Product, DevOps, and QA to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery Participate in code reviews, trunk-based development, continuous integration, and agile development practices Essential Skills Strong experience with OO, enterprise integration, microservice and serverless architecture Strong experience with js or React.js, including SSR/ISR concepts Proficiency in js, Express.js/Fastify, and TypeORM or equivalent ORM tools Solid understanding of TypeScript, HTML5, CSS3 Experience working with Docker Compose for local development and containerized deployment Comfortable using AWS services like EC2, ECS, RDS, and S3 Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, error handling, and security best practices Experience with unit and integration testing using tools like Jest, Mocha, or Supertest Proficient using as Git, and CI/CD pipelines Desirable Skills Knowledge of PostgreSQL, MariaDB, GraphQL, or MongoDB Familiarity with DevOps practices and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform, Biceps) Exposure to Agile/Scrum development practices Prior experience in building isomorphic/universal React applications Experience with mobile-first design or progressive web apps (PWAs) We’re also looking for people that fit how we work, which is something like; Excellent English speaking and written communication Ability to identify and pick up new technologies and operating systems quickly Ability to work effectively with remote teams in different time zones Ability to work flexibly to deliver on-time to tight timescales What We Can Do For You We’re a transparent, honest and fiercely equal employer that believes completely in providing the best possible work experience for our employees: Real Flexibility – we’re a family first organisation, and if the work gets done, you can work when and wherever you want. A healthy approach for most of our teams seems to be splitting three ways between home, customer sites and the office. Awesome Environment – all of our employees will tell you that we foster an easy going environment, are experts at what we do and care deeply about what we work on, and the company was started specifically to find a way for people to take more enjoyment from their work. Interesting Work – these days most of our customers are household names and many of our projects have an important impact on the world around us. The kind of things we do regularly include working with not-for-profits to transform how they leverage technology, working with public bodies to shape digital services and working with top tier private entities to bring genuinely new and meaningful products and services to market. Recognition & Growth – Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in both the UK and India, our commitment to excellence goes beyond our products and services. Our culture is a testament to the dedicated technologists who work tirelessly to drive our vision forward. Being a part of Kerv Digital means embracing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. Our teams in the UK and India thrive in an atmosphere that promotes continuous learning and growth. Join us at Kerv Digital, where we don’t just build ground breaking technology - we build future. Don’t take our word for it though, check out our impartial Glass Door reviews More On Equality At Kerv, we’re building something special and we’re building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together. You will live the Kerv values… Think Customer First Team is everything Spread good vibes Build future Do the right thing At Kerv, we’re building something special and we’re building it to last. We want everybody to feel valued, included and love working together. With an uncompromising pursuit of amazing employee experience, we always strive to do the right thing. We believe and will relentlessly promote and support the power of diversity, equality and belonging, through collaboration and creating exceptional solutions together.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.