E-commerce Platform Developer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 520,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to join the Nelspruit team. You will build, maintain, and enhance a cutting-edge e-commerce website and related systems in collaboration with designers, product managers, and engineers.

The role requires deep expertise in modern web technologies, e-commerce platforms, and strong problem-solving in a dynamic team environment. On-site work in Nelspruit with competitive benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional experience in web development with a focus on e-commerce platforms.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React/Vue/Angular) and back-end languages (PHP, Python, Node.js).
• Experience with databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL) and API integrations.
• Solid understanding of web performance optimization and security best practices.
• Familiarity with Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy features for the e-commerce platform using modern web technologies.
• Translate wireframes and mockups into responsive web pages with UI/UX collaboration.
• Optimize performance, security, and scalability across devices.
• Integrate third-party services like payment gateways and shipping providers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Keep up-to-date with emerging web technologies and e-commerce trends.

Skills

Web development

E-commerce platforms

HTML/CSS/JS

PHP/Python/Node.js

Databases (MySQL/PostgreSQL)

API integrations

Git

Performance optimization

Tools

Magento

Shopify Plus

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to join their technical team in Nelspruit . This role is critical for building, maintaining, and enhancing our cutting-edge e-commerce website and related systems. You will work closely with designers, product managers, and other engineers to deliver robust, scalable, and user-friendly online shopping experiences. If you are passionate about web development and have a deep understanding of e-commerce technologies, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a leading online retailer.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy new features and functionalities for our e-commerce platform using modern web technologies.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into fully functional, responsive web pages.
• Optimize website performance for speed, scalability, and security across all devices.
• Integrate third-party applications and services, such as payment gateways, shipping providers, and marketing tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance problems across the platform.
• Stay updated with emerging web technologies and e-commerce trends to propose and implement improvements.

Requirements

• 4+ years of professional experience in web development, with a strong focus on e-commerce platforms (e.g., Magento, Shopify Plus, custom-built solutions).
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React/Vue/Angular) and back-end languages (e.g., PHP, Python, Node.js).
• Experience with database management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and API integrations.
• Solid understanding of web performance optimization techniques and security best practices.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with your skills and experience.
• Opportunity to work on a high-traffic e-commerce platform.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and access to training.
• Be part of a dynamic technical team in the scenic city of Nelspruit .