TypeScript Developer

Location : Remote (Cape Town or Johannesburg)

Employment Type : Full-Time

Industry : SaaS | Utilities | Cloud Integration

WatersEdge Solutions is hiring a highly technical and solutions-oriented German-Speaking TypeScript Developer to join a forward-thinking software team supporting projects across the utilities sector. This is an opportunity to work on deep interface implementations using AWS and TypeScript, while collaborating with an international team and leveraging a cutting-edge tech stack.

About the Role

You’ll work with a 360° integration platform (XRM) to implement Lambda functions, configure AWS environments, and manage complex bidirectional mappings between systems. This role requires a strong foundation in TypeScript, AWS Lambda, and interface-based architectures. Conversational German skills are required to support collaboration with German-speaking teams and documentation.

Key Responsibilities

Implement AWS Lambda functions using JavaScript / TypeScript based on interface specifications

Manage deep data structure mappings between inbound and outbound source / target systems

Work with defined interfaces (OpenAPI, SOAP) using object-oriented design

Support observability and monitoring by integrating tools such as DataDog or New Relic

Configure infrastructure using Terraform and AWS-native tools

Forward monitoring alerts from code to services like Watchdog for observability

Contribute to backend and frontend components depending on project requirements

Collaborate cross-functionally with global developers and system architects

What You’ll Bring

Several years of hands-on experience in TypeScript development (frontend or backend frameworks)

Proven experience with AWS Lambda development (Node.js preferred)

Knowledge of OpenAPI and SOAP interface design and implementation

Strong object-oriented programming skills and familiarity with interface-driven architecture

Experience in payload transformation between complex data structures

Conversational German proficiency (reading, writing, and verbal)

Nice to Have

Experience using observability tools (DataDog, New Relic)

Familiarity with AWS configuration via Terraform

General understanding of interface and API implementation in distributed systems

Exposure to SAP backend integration or SAP Cloud Platform (advantageous)

What’s On Offer

Work with a modern tech stack including AWS, Terraform, and bun

Dynamic projects in the utilities sector with complex integration requirements

Hybrid of startup energy and enterprise support—offering both innovation and stability

High-impact technical work with continuous personal and career development

Friendly, collaborative team with a strong engineering culture

Company Culture

At WatersEdge Solutions, we connect skilled engineers with fast-scaling companies that value innovation, autonomy, and cross-border collaboration. Expect a work environment where you’ll be challenged, supported, and encouraged to grow—both technically and professionally.

If you have not been contacted within 10 working days, please consider your application unsuccessful.