E-commerce Platform Developer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 248.000 - 441.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive contract rate commensurate

Fully remote work arrangement

Long-term engagement opportunities

Exposure to wide range of e-commerce技

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a skilled E-commerce Platform Developer to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of our online store. Based in Rustenburg, North West, this role offers a remote work arrangement, enabling you to work from anywhere while staying connected with the team.

You will design, code, test and deploy new features, customize platforms such as Magento, Shopify Plus or WooCommerce, and integrate third‑party APIs.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years in web development with e-commerce platforms (Magento, Shopify Plus, WooCommerce).
• Proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
• Experience with front-end frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular) and back-end development.
• Knowledge of MySQL/PostgreSQL and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with Git and remote collaboration.

Aufgaben

• Develop, customize, and maintain e-commerce sites using various platforms and frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Implement new features and functionalities based on business requirements and user feedback.
• Integrate third-party applications and APIs to enhance platform capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize website performance for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Conduct thorough testing of developed features and ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Stay updated with the latest web development trends and e-commerce technologies.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.

Kenntnisse

3+ years web development

E-commerce platforms

Remote collaboration

Problem-solving

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PHP

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

React

Vue.js

Angular

MySQL

PostgreSQL

Git

RESTful APIs

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of their online store. This role, while based in Rustenburg, North West , offers a remote work arrangement, allowing you to leverage your expertise from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, coding, testing, and deploying new features, as well as maintaining and improving the existing e-commerce platform. The ideal candidate has a robust understanding of web development technologies, e-commerce architecture, and a passion for creating seamless and scalable online shopping experiences. Join our client's tech-forward team and help build the future of their digital commerce.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, customize, and maintain e-commerce websites using various platforms and frameworks.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following best practices.
• Implement new features and functionalities based on business requirements and user feedback.
• Integrate third-party applications and APIs to enhance platform capabilities.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues, bugs, and performance bottlenecks.
• Optimize website performance for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other developers to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Conduct thorough testing of developed features and ensure cross-browser and cross-device compatibility.
• Stay updated with the latest web development trends and e-commerce technologies.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in web development, with a strong focus on e-commerce platforms (e.g., Magento, Shopify Plus, WooCommerce).
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as PHP, JavaScript, HTML, CSS.
• Experience with front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js, Angular) and back-end development.
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with version control systems like Git.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and innovative e-commerce projects.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of e-commerce technologies.
• Potential for long-term engagement based on performance.
• Contribute significantly to a growing online business.
• Flexible working hours.