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:
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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 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.
Responsibilities
Software Development
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Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications
- Write clean, efficient, and scalable code
- Analyse requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Debug and enhance existing applications
Ensure high-quality delivery through testing and QA practices
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Architecture & Technical Contribution
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Contribute to solution design and system architecture
- Produce clear and effective technical documentation
Collaboration & Teamwork
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Work closely with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders
- Support and mentor team members where needed
Build strong working relationships across teams
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Process & Delivery
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Follow and contribute to Electrum’s SDLC and engineering processes
- Participate in knowledge sharing and team initiatives
- Manage time effectively to meet delivery commitments
Continuous Improvement
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Stay up to date with industry trends and best practices
- Proactively identify and suggest improvements to processes and systems
Beneficial Experience
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Previous experience working in the Fintech industry.
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Built a front-end function from the ground up - stood up processes, tooling, and team culture in the early, ambiguous phase of a product or company, rather than inheriting a mature setup.
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Experience in Agile / Scrum methodologies.
Requirements
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2+ years experience working as a developer in a software development team
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Modern SPA framework fluency — React, Angular, or Vue (React preferred)
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Advanced JavaScript / TypeScript skills (required)
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Solid client-side state management
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Design-system & reusable component library know-how
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REST/GraphQL (optional)
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CI/CD with automated tests and linting
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Performance, security, and accessibility best practices
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Experience operating enterprise-scale SPAs (feature flags, telemetry, observability)
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Proven ability to mentor and guide team members in front-end development best practices.
Benefits
Your Career & Culture
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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.
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Transparency: We openly discuss strategy, finances, and salaries. Mistakes are viewed as learning opportunities that we actively discuss.
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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.
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Shared Vision: You'll have the power to shape the vision of how we build the future of financial services.
Practical Perks
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Here's how we support our culture:
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Generous Leave: Starting at 20 days per year.
- Office Perks (Cape Town): Fully-stocked kitchen and daily catered lunch.
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Social Life: Regular team activities like hikes, getaways, and dinners
