Intermediate Front-end Software Engineer

Electrum is a next-generation payment software technology company. Since 2012, we've delivered trusted, enterprise-grade, cloud-native software to optimise financial transaction processing. Our deep expertise has established us as a respected partner in high-volume, low-value payment schemes, enabling clients to deliver services to millions of South Africans daily. At Electrum, we are grounded in impact – designing solutions that matter, acting with urgency, and continuously learning as we scale. We believe in creating together – working side by side with our clients and teams to build meaningful, lasting solutions. We prioritise making it safe – encouraging open communication, smart risk-taking, and trust so that creativity and alignment thrive. And we back empowered strong teams – hiring brilliant people, collaborating hard, and holding each other to high standards while leading with empathy and kindness. When you join the Electrum team, you’ll get to: Be part of the entire journey — from the spark of an idea to the final product launch. Grow your skills through world-class training and hands-on learning every day. Receive mentorship and guidance from industry leaders who are invested in your success. Work in a dynamic, innovative workplace where collaboration and creativity thrive. Tackle real-world customer challenges and see the impact of your work firsthand. Explore plenty of opportunities to grow your career and expand your expertise. Gain valuable experience in a leading FinTech environment, contributing to meaningful, high-impact projects. The Opportunity As a Front-End Software Engineer at Electrum, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our user-facing applications and setting the standard for front-end excellence. This unique role offers the opportunity to build a front-end function from the ground up, establishing processes, tooling, and culture for high-volume financial solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into clean, scalable TypeScript and React code used by millions of South Africans daily. Immersed in a dynamic FinTech environment, you will enjoy high autonomy, direct mentorship from industry leaders, and accelerated career growth. It’s a chance to tackle complex real-world challenges, own the full development lifecycle, and see the immediate, meaningful impact of your work. The Role We’re looking for a Front-End Software Engineer to join our growing team at Electrum. In this role, you’ll design, develop, and maintain high-quality software applications that power real-world financial transactions at scale. You’ll work across the full development lifecycle, from understanding requirements to building, testing, and deploying solutions while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful products in a fast-paced FinTech environment. Requirements 3+ years experience working as a developer in a software development team Modern SPA framework fluency — React, Angular, or Vue (React preferred) Advanced JavaScript / TypeScript skills (required) Solid client-side state management Design-system & reusable component library know-how REST/GraphQL (optional) CI/CD with automated tests and linting Performance, security, and accessibility best practices Experience operating enterprise-scale SPAs (feature flags, telemetry, observability). Benefits Why Join Electrum? We believe in a People First approach, ensuring a culture where you can thrive and make a real difference Your Career & Culture Career Growth: Delivering world-class financial software is challenging, but your effort will earn you hands-on experience with products used by millions, accelerating your career. Strong Teams: We keep teams small, focused, and collaborative to maximize impact. Transparency: We openly discuss strategy, finances, and salaries. Mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities that we actively discuss. Autonomy: We trust you. You're expected to seek out the data needed for informed decisions and manage your own time—knowing when to focus and when to recharge. Shared Vision: You'll have the power to shape the vision of how we build the future of financial services. Practical Perks Here's how we support our culture: Flexible Work: Office-first environment with flexible hours. Generous Leave: Starting at 20 days per year. Office Perks (Cape Town): Fully-stocked kitchen and daily catered lunch. Social Life: Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners