Monkey and River

How much of your target audience are you losing due to poor experience? Why UX Matters: A well-thought-out UX design isn't just about aesthetics; it's about ensuring that users can seamlessly interact with your app. Poor UX can result in frustrated users, decreased engagement, and ultimately, lost profitability. At Monkey and River, we believe that even small UX improvements can make a significant impact on user satisfaction and business success. Let us help you transform your app's user experience and watch your engagement and profitability soar! 🚀 👉 Reach out to us to discover how we can elevate your UX and boost your bottom line. #UXMatters #UserExperience #AppDesign #CustomerEngagement #Profitability #MonkeyAndRiver #TechInnovation #BusinessGrowth #UXDesign

🌟 We're Hiring! 🌟 Join Monkey and River as a Senior/Intermediate Full-Stack Software Engineer! 🚀 📍 Location: Centurion, South Africa  💼 Employment Type: Full-time | Hybrid work policy Are you passionate about crafting user-focused solutions that are not only functional but enjoyable to use? Do you thrive in a supportive, team-driven environment that values collaboration, innovation, and personal growth? If so, we want you on our team! About the Role: - Participate in the full software development life cycle, from design to deployment. - Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders. - Develop and maintain both front-end and back-end components of web applications. - Write clean, modular, and maintainable code. - Conduct thorough testing and debugging. - Continuously research and implement new technologies. - Work within an Agile development environment. - Contribute to code reviews and mentor junior team members. Requirements: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience. - 3+ years of experience as a Full-Stack Software Engineer. - Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, Angular, or Vue). - Solid understanding of back-end technologies (C#, Golang, or Node). - Knowledge of database management systems (MsSQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB). - Cloud experience on AWS is a plus. - Experience with version control systems like Git. - Strong problem-solving skills and excellent communication abilities. How to Apply: Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience to careers@monkeyandriver.com. We look forward to receiving your application and exploring the possibility of working together to create outstanding digital experiences! 🌐✨ . . . . . . #JobOpportunity #Hiring #SoftwareEngineer #FullStackEngineer #TechJobs #CareerGrowth #JoinOurTeam #MonkeyAndRiver

Take Control of Your Team's Mobile Data Balances and Slash Costs Instantly! Introducing Datafree Connect - an innovative enterprise solution designed to transform how businesses manage employee mobile data usage. Our team had an incredible experience collaborating with Datafree Technologies to develop a powerful customer portal using React and Node, enabling seamless management of workspaces. 📱What sets Datafree Connect apart? - Usage Monitoring: Detailed logs of mobile data usage for the entire workspace and individual users. - Custom Limits: Set total mobile data usage limits for the workspace and per-user limits to control consumption. - Alerts: Receive email notifications at 50%, 80%, and 100% of usage limits. Our collaboration with Datafree Technologies has resulted in a game-changing solution that ensures companies only pay for the mobile data used within the workspace, eliminating the need for separate data purchases. Ready to revolutionise your mobile data management and significantly cut costs? Discover how Datafree Connect can optimize your business’s efficiency and mobile data usage. Let’s connect! 🔗 . . . . . . #MobileDataManagement #EnterpriseSolutions #DataManagement #CostSavings #TechInnovation #React #Node #Collaboration #DatafreeConnect #Datafree

Happy Mandela Day! 🌍✨ Today, we’re celebrating by coming together to discuss how Design Thinking, User Experience, and Human-Centered Design can make a positive impact. Our inspiring Head of Design, Tenaya Douglas, is hosting a special Meetup to honor Mandela's legacy and explore how we can drive change through thoughtful design. Nelson Mandela once said, "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance of the life we lead." Let's use this day to reflect on how we can each contribute to a better world. Join Tenaya with the link below, share your ideas, and let's make a difference together. 🌻✨ #MandelaDay #HumanCentredDesign #MakeADifference #MonkeyAndRiver #Community #DesignForGood

Gear Up for the Ultimate Coding Marathon! 💻 🔥 Think you have what it takes to crack our coding challenge? Here's how our hackathon works! 1️⃣ Assemble a team of 3 to 4 members and complete the team application by 21 August. 2️⃣ When the hackathon starts, your team will receive a Phase 1 Brief. You have one week to submit your solution. 3️⃣ The top 5 teams from Phase 1 will proceed to Phase 2 – a 16-hour overnight coding marathon at our head office. 4️⃣ After the welcome braai, you'll receive your Phase 2 Specs. There will be dinner, snacks, drinks, and support to help you through the challenge. 5️⃣ When the time is up, your team will present your final project to our panel of judges. 6️⃣ After the presentations, the judges will deliberate and announce the results. To register and find out more, visit the hackathon page on our website. Don't miss out on this thrilling opportunity to showcase your coding skills! . . . . . . . #Hackathon #CodingChallenge #TechEvent #MonkeyAndRiver #Innovation #Teamwork #TechCommunity

We're #hiring a new Intermediate Full-Stack Software Engineer in Centurion, Gauteng. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We're expanding our team! 🤩 Monkey and River is on the hunt for a passionate UX Researcher/Designer to enhance our projects and drive innovation. If you're eager to dive into a role where your skills in user research, UX design, and UI design can shine, we want to meet you! 🚀 📍 Location: Centurion, South Africa 📅 Application Deadline: 19 July 2024 🔗 Apply now at tenaya@monkeyandriver.com and roxanne@monkeyandriver.com Join us to create outstanding digital experiences that make a real difference. Your journey towards impacting user experience starts here! . . . . . . . . #Hiring #UXDesign #UserExperience #TechJobs #UXresearcher #UX #UI #BusinessAnalysis #monkeyandriver

Last week our team braved the burn at our annual Chilli Challenge! 🌶️🔥 From mild to wild, we pushed our taste buds to the limit and had an amazing time. Congratulations to everyone who participated and showed incredible spirit. A huge thank you to our HOD Engineering Rynhardt Cloete for all your effort for this event, and to the team at Huge Connect (Pty) Limited for joining us to show us how you handle the heat! 🚒 Here's to more fiery fun and fearless teamwork! 🌶️👊  . . . . . . #monkeyandriver #mnronfire #teamwork #teambuilding #companyculture #culturematters #softwaredesign #humancentreddesign #innovation #bespokesoftware

😍 Great user experiences are born from thorough user testing. By continuously refining products based on real user feedback, we bridge the gap between assumption and reality. This process not only identifies usability issues but also reveals opportunities for innovation. User-centric companies report higher engagement and satisfaction, with a marked reduction in drop-offs. Investing in user testing transforms digital products into truly remarkable experiences that users love and trust. Remember, exceptional user experiences start with understanding the people who use them. 👀 Keep your eye out for the next videos or watch the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/dEkyy7dD #UserTesting #UXDesign #YouX #userexperience #uxresearch #usabilitytesting #usability #productdesign #productdevelopment #humancentereddesign

Yesterday, a few members of the Monkey and River team had the incredible opportunity to attend the Digital Finance Africa conference! 🌍💡 We were inspired by the innovative ideas and insightful discussions surrounding the future of digital finance in Africa. It was a fantastic day of learning, networking, and exploring new possibilities. A huge thank you to ITNewsAfrica.com for hosting such a remarkable event! Looking forward to applying the knowledge and connections we gained to drive forward our mission at Monkey and River 🚀✨ . . . . . . #DigitalFinanceAfrica #Innovation #Networking #MonkeyAndRiver #Fintech #FutureOfFinance