E-commerce Platform Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 780,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote-friendly

Cutting-edge tech

Team collaboration

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to join our remote-friendly tech team. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable e-commerce platforms, ensuring secure, high-performing shopping experiences for customers worldwide.

The role emphasizes hands-on full-stack development with Shopify, Magento, and WooCommerce, plus PHP, Python, JavaScript, and cloud services. This remote role offers flexibility and the chance to shape Vereeniging-based online business

Qualifications

• Degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience with e-commerce platforms (Shopify/Magento/WooCommerce).
• Strong full-stack web development skills (PHP, Python, JS).
• Experience with databases: MySQL/PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with Git and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy new e-commerce features.
• Maintain and optimize current e-commerce systems.
• Integrate third-party services (payments, shipping, marketing).
• Troubleshoot issues and ensure secure, scalable performance.
• Collaborate with product/design/lead devs to deliver quality solutions.
• Write clean, documented code following best practices.
• Optimize performance across devices and browsers.
• Stay updated with e-commerce tech trends.

Skills

Web development

E-commerce platforms

PHP

Python

JavaScript

HTML5

CSS3

Git

Problem-solving

Remote teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

MySQL

PostgreSQL

AWS

Azure

APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing online enterprise, is looking for a skilled E-commerce Platform Developer to join their innovative technical team. This role is primarily remote, offering significant flexibility. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our client's e-commerce platforms, ensuring a seamless, secure, and high-performing online shopping experience for customers. The ideal candidate possesses a strong background in web development, particularly with e-commerce specific technologies, and a passion for creating robust and scalable solutions. You will play a key part in shaping the technological backbone of our client's online business, driving improvements that directly impact user experience and sales. This is an excellent opportunity for a talented developer seeking a challenging remote role in Vereeniging 's tech scene.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy new features and functionalities for our e-commerce platform.
• Maintain and enhance existing e-commerce systems, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
• Integrate third-party applications and services, such as payment gateways, shipping providers, and marketing tools.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the e-commerce platform.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Optimize website performance for speed and responsiveness across various devices and browsers.
• Implement and maintain security best practices to protect customer data and transactions.
• Stay current with emerging web technologies and e-commerce trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in web development, with a strong focus on e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce).
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages such as PHP, Python, JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
• Experience with e-commerce frameworks and APIs.
• Strong understanding of database management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary.
• Flexible, remote working environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge e-commerce technology.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation.
• Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.
• Contribute to the technological advancements of an online business based in Vereeniging .