Full Stack Developer - EdTech Platform

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Fully remote with flexible hours

Generous annual leave

Learning opportunities and conferences

Home office setup stipend

Virtual team-building activities

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join their fully remote team, based in Cape Town, Western Cape. You will build and maintain the learning platform that serves students and educators worldwide, embracing a remote-first culture that values autonomy and continuous learning.

You will design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications, collaborate with product managers and designers, and write clean, efficient code across the stack.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with a strong portfolio of deployed applications.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (React/Angular/Vue) and back-end languages (Python/Node.js/Java/Ruby).
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containers (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication for remote collaboration.
• Eligible to work remotely and available during SA working hours.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications using modern front-end and back-end technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across the full stack, from the UI to the database.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Develop and maintain APIs for integration with third-party services and internal systems.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology roadmap planning.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software development and security.

Skills

Front-end frameworks

Back-end languages

Databases

Cloud & containers

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

REST APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking EdTech company seeking a skilled Full Stack Developer to join their entirely remote team, based in Cape Town, Western Cape. This role is perfect for an individual passionate about leveraging technology to enhance educational experiences. You will be instrumental in developing and maintaining our cutting-edge learning platform, contributing to features that impact thousands of students and educators globally. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of trust, autonomy, and continuous learning, ensuring you have the tools and support needed to succeed from anywhere. This position involves working with a diverse, international team, bringing innovative ideas to life and shaping the future of online education. We are committed to creating an inclusive and dynamic work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Your expertise will directly influence the scalability and user experience of our educational solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications using modern front-end and back-end technologies.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other developers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code across the full stack, from the user interface to the database.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Develop and maintain APIs for integration with third-party services and internal systems.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology roadmap planning.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in software development and security.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong portfolio of deployed applications.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Ruby).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Must be eligible to work remotely and available for online collaboration during South African working hours.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including conference attendance.
• Contribution towards home office setup and internet costs.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and social events.
• Health and wellness programs accessible remotely.