Lead Software Engineer (Full Stack)

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with equity

Health insurance

Generous PTO and flexible schedule

Professional growth and training

Home office stipend

Kimberley team culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley seeks a Lead Software Engineer (Full Stack) to design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications. This hybrid role combines in-office collaboration with remote work and includes mentoring junior engineers and shaping the product's technical direction.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in full‑stack development, experience with React/Angular, Node.js or Python/Django, and cloud skills (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Qualifications

• 7+ years in professional software development.
• Proven leadership of software teams and projects.
• Strong full-stack expertise across frontend and backend technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, testing, and deployment of full-stack web applications.
• Mentor engineers and conduct code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into robust software.
• Make key architectural decisions ensuring scalability, performance, and security.
• Write clean, maintainable code following best practices and CI/CD.
• Contribute to development process improvements and tool adoption.

Skills

Leadership

Full-stack

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python/Django

Java/Spring

SQL/NoSQL

RESTful API

Git

DevOps

Architecture patterns

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing tech startup specializing in innovative SaaS solutions, is seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer (Full Stack) to join their team in Kimberley. This pivotal role demands a seasoned developer with strong leadership skills and a passion for building scalable, high-performance web applications. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust software solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to architectural decisions. The ideal candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of front-end and back-end technologies, a commitment to best practices in software development, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. This hybrid position offers the best of both worlds, combining essential in-office collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction of our client's flagship product and driving engineering excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, testing, and deployment of full-stack web applications using modern technologies.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, providing technical leadership and code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into technical specifications and robust software solutions.
• Make key architectural decisions and ensure the scalability, performance, and security of the platform.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code following best practices and coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across the entire technology stack.
• Champion engineering best practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and code quality.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, evaluating their potential application.
• Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with a strong focus on full-stack development.
• Proven experience leading software engineering teams and projects.
• Expertise in front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end languages/frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Java/Spring).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with RESTful API design and development.
• Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing in-office and remote responsibilities.
• Experience with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with equity options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedule.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference attendance.
• Contribution towards home office setup and tech stack.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture in Kimberley.
• The chance to work on cutting-edge technology with a talented team.