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Senior Full Stack Developer (React/Node.js)

SALIX Data Africa Limited

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Employer
SALIX Data Africa Limited
Position
Senior Full Stack Developer (React/Node.js)
Location
Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Job type
Contract
Experience
5+ years in software development
Salary
Not stated in the advert
Application deadline
Open until filled (listed until 16 November 2026)
Posted on VacancyKE
29 October 2026

VacancyKE summary

SALIX Data Africa Limited is hiring a Senior Full Stack Developer in Nairobi to build and maintain enterprise web applications. You will develop scalable solutions using React.js and Node.js while collaborating with global teams on U.S.-based client projects.

What stands out about this opportunity

  • Direct collaboration with U.S.-based clients
  • Global team exposure (US, Kenya, India)
  • Rolling application review process

What’s offered

  • Work directly with U.S.-based clients on impactful initiatives
  • Collaboration with global teams across US, Kenya, and India
  • Exposure to enterprise architecture and emerging technologies
  • Career growth opportunities within an expanding global organization

Key responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain enterprise web apps using React.js and Node.js
  • Design scalable backend services, RESTful APIs, and integrations
  • Optimize database structures and resolve performance bottlenecks
  • Write clean code, perform reviews, and execute unit/integration tests
  • Support CI/CD processes and automated deployment pipelines
  • Collaborate with stakeholders in Agile ceremonies to translate requirements
  • Contribute to architecture discussions and recommend technology improvements
  • Troubleshoot production issues and ensure system security and reliability

Who should apply?

This role suits senior developers with strong full-stack expertise in React and Node.js who want to work on enterprise-grade solutions for international clients.

Key requirements

  • 5+ years software development experience
  • Proficiency in React.js and Node.js
  • Strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills
  • Experience with PostgreSQL and MongoDB
  • Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)
  • Agile methodology experience

Nice to have

  • Experience in Insurance, Financial Services, FinTech, or InsurTech
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and Docker containerization
  • Exposure to AI, automation, or intelligent workflow solutions
  • Relevant technical certifications (e.g., Azure, AWS)

What you should know

  • Role is based in Nairobi, Kenya
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

How to apply

  • Apply via the SALIX Data Africa Limited SmartRecruiters portal

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The employer’s advert
Application Development

• Develop, enhance, and maintain enterprise-grade web applications using React.js and Node.js.

• Build responsive and user-friendly front-end interfaces that deliver exceptional user experiences.

• Design and develop scalable backend services, APIs, and integrations.

• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from design through deployment and support.

Technical Design & Architecture

• Contribute to application architecture and technical design discussions.

• Develop scalable, maintainable, and secure software solutions.

• Ensure systems are designed to support future growth and evolving business requirements.

• Recommend technology improvements and modernization opportunities.

API & Integration Development

• Design and implement RESTful APIs and service integrations.

• Integrate applications with internal and third-party platforms.

• Ensure data integrity, performance, and security across application ecosystems.

• Support integration of emerging technologies, automation tools, and AI-enabled capabilities where appropriate.

Data Management & Performance Optimization

• Design, develop, and optimize database structures and queries.

• Work with relational and non-relational databases to support application performance and scalability.

• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks across application components.

• Monitor and improve system reliability and uptime.

Quality & Engineering Excellence

• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.

• Perform code reviews and contribute to development best practices.

• Create and execute unit, integration, and system tests.

• Support CI/CD processes and automated deployment pipelines.

• Troubleshoot and resolve application defects and production issues.

Collaboration & Delivery

• Collaborate with business analysts, architects, project managers, and product stakeholders.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives.

• Assist in translating business requirements into effective technical solutions.

• Contribute to project estimates, delivery planning, and technical documentation.

Experience

• 5+ years of professional software development experience.

• Proven experience developing enterprise web applications.

• Experience working in Agile software development environments.

• Experience collaborating with distributed or cross-functional teams.

Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience with:

• React.js

• Node.js

• JavaScript / TypeScript

• REST APIs

• PostgreSQL

• MongoDB

• Redis

• Git Version Control

• HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end frameworks

• Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP)

Software Engineering Competencies

• Solid understanding of software architecture principles.

• Experience building scalable, secure, and high-performance applications.

• Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills.

• Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

• Knowledge of application security and performance optimization techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within Insurance, Financial Services, FinTech, or InsurTech environments.

• Experience supporting enterprise product development initiatives.

• Familiarity with microservices architecture.

• Experience working with containerization technologies such as Docker.

• Exposure to AI, automation, analytics, or intelligent workflow solutions.

• Azure, AWS, or other relevant technical certifications.

What Success Looks Like
Within the first 6 months, the successful candidate will:

• Gain a deep understanding of the client’s application ecosystem and business objectives.

• Contribute to the enhancement and modernization of enterprise software platforms.

• Deliver high-quality features, integrations, and performance improvements.

• Support the development of new platform capabilities and products.

• Improve application stability, scalability, and maintainability.

• Become a trusted technical contributor within the project team.

Why Join SALIX

• Work directly with U.S.-based clients on impactful technology initiatives.

• Build solutions that support real-world business transformation.

• Gain exposure to enterprise architecture, cloud platforms, and emerging technologies.

• Collaborate with talented global teams across the United States, Kenya, and India.

• Work in a culture that values innovation, ownership, continuous learning, and excellence.

• Access meaningful career growth opportunities as SALIX continues to expand its global delivery organization.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of modern, scalable, and high-performance software solutions that create real business impact. As a Senior Full Stack Developer (React/Node.js) , you will play a key role in building and enhancing enterprise-level web applications, APIs, and data-driven platforms used by our clients.
You will collaborate with a talented cross-functional team of developers, architects, product leaders, and business stakeholders to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable technology solutions. Your work will directly influence product performance, system stability, and user experience, providing opportunities to solve complex technical challenges and drive continuous improvement.
We are seeking a proactive, detail-oriented, and solutions-driven professional who is passionate about software development and committed to engineering excellence. In return, you will gain valuable exposure to modern application architecture, cloud technologies, enterprise software delivery, API development, scalability engineering, and emerging technologies while working in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.
At SALIX Data , you will be empowered to take ownership of your work, contribute innovative ideas, continuously expand your technical expertise, and thrive in a culture built on accountability, partnership, innovation, and excellence.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. While we appreciate every application, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
SALIX Data is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds.