Full Stack Engineer
Posted August 2026
Apply nowWe're looking for a senior engineer comfortable across the full stack - Next.js/React, SQL database, front- and backend setup, cloud infrastructure. You should be able to own an engagement from architecture through to delivery.
What you'll do
- Own client engagements from architecture through to delivery
- Build across the stack — Next.js/React, SQL databases, cloud infrastructure
- Make the technical and architecture decisions on your projects
- Work directly with clients to scope work and report progress
- Review other engineers' code and help set engineering standards
What we're looking for
- 3+ years of full stack experience
- Strong TypeScript / Node.js
- Experience with BaaS (Supabase or Firebase) and cloud infrastructure (AWS or Azure)
- Self-directed - you don't need constant direction
- Comfortable communicating technical decisions to non-technical stakeholders
The team
You'll join a small engineering team. Most client work is run solo or in a pair, with the rest of the team on hand for code review and architecture input.
How hiring works
- 1
Application review
Every application is read by someone on the team.
- 2
Intro call
A 30-minute call about Sidekwest, your background, and what you're looking for.
- 3
Technical conversation
A deep dive into your past work and the languages, frameworks and tools you've used.
- 4
Case study
A short take-home exercise, followed by a session where you walk us through your solution.
We review every application ourselves and reply within 2–3 weeks if there's a fit.
Apply for this role
We personally review every application.
Real problems only
Every engagement is a real business challenge that needed a custom solution.
Real ownership from day one
You'll own real work and collaborate directly with engineers across the team.
Small team, big impact
Lean enough that your decisions shape the company. Large enough to handle serious engagements.
Cape Town or remote
Flexible working arrangement.
Team offsite
The whole company gets together in person twice a year, where we do fun things.
Mentor and delivery coach
Both help guide your growth and your project path from day one.
Not the right role?
We're always glad to hear from strong engineers and technical analysts. Send us a note.