E-commerce Platform Developer

Placements24; Welkom; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom, South Africa, seeks an experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to build, extend, and optimize the online storefront and backend systems. You will ensure high performance and seamless integrations with payment gateways, shipping, and CRM services.

You will collaborate with designers and product managers to translate business needs into robust technical solutions, write clean code, and stay updated with e-commerce tech trends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an E-commerce Platform Developer or similar web development role.
• Strong proficiency in PHP, JavaScript, Python.
• Experience with Shopify, Magento, and WooCommerce.
• Solid understanding of HTML, CSS and JS frameworks (React/Vue/Angular).
• Experience with MySQL or PostgreSQL and Git.
• Knowledge of API integrations and third-party services.
• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent.
• Based in Welkom, or willing to commute.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy new features for the e-commerce platform.
• Maintain performance, security, and scalability of the platform.
• Integrate third-party apps like payment gateways and CRM.
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate requirements.
• Troubleshoot bugs and issues promptly.
• Optimize site performance for speed and UX.
• Write clean, well-documented code.
• Stay updated with web tech and e-commerce best practices.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and code reviews.

Skills

PHP

JavaScript

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Shopify

Magento

WooCommerce

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding e-commerce business, is seeking a skilled and experienced E-commerce Platform Developer to join their innovative technical team in Welkom, Free State . This role is critical in developing, maintaining, and enhancing our client's online storefront and backend systems. You will be instrumental in ensuring a seamless, high-performance user experience for customers and efficient operations for the business. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in web development, with specific expertise in e-commerce platforms and integrations. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on challenging projects within a supportive environment in Welkom , contributing directly to the company's digital growth and success. We are looking for a developer who is passionate about creating robust, scalable, and user-friendly e-commerce solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy new features and functionalities for the e-commerce platform.
• Maintain and improve the performance, security, and scalability of the existing platform.
• Integrate third-party applications and services, such as payment gateways, shipping providers, and CRM systems.
• Collaborate with designers and product managers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and technical issues in a timely manner.
• Optimize website performance for speed and user experience.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code.
• Stay current with emerging web technologies and e-commerce best practices.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and code reviews.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an E-commerce Platform Developer or similar web development role.
• Strong proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., PHP, JavaScript, Python).
• Experience with major e-commerce platforms (e.g., Shopify, Magento, WooCommerce).
• Solid understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks like React, Vue, or Angular).
• Experience with database management (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Knowledge of API integrations and third-party service connections.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Must be based in or willing to commute to Welkom, Free State .

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, hybrid work arrangement, and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects with a talented team. Professional development and training opportunities are provided to foster your career growth. The role is based in Welkom , offering a chance to contribute to a growing local business. Enjoy a collaborative work environment and the satisfaction of building high-impact digital solutions. Standard employee benefits apply.