Full Stack Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 998,000 - 1,996,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work environment

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Flexible working hours

Home office stipend

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Full Stack Developer to join its globally distributed, remote-first team. You will design, develop, and implement user-facing features and robust server-side logic for innovative web applications, using frontend and backend technologies across the stack.

Join a company that values collaboration, innovation, and work-life balance. You will work independently in a virtual environment, contribute across the development lifecycle, and grow with the organization

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in frontend technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern framework (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid experience with backend languages and frameworks (Node.js/Express, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring).
• Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB.
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Understanding of Git version control.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frontend interfaces using modern JS frameworks.
• Design and implement backend services and APIs.
• Manage and interact with databases (SQL and NoSQL).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate concepts into apps.
• Write clean, tested code and participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and debug across the full stack.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions.
• Work effectively in a remote team environment.

Skills

Frontend proficiency

Backend proficiency

REST APIs

Git

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Java

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and motivated Full Stack Developer to join their globally distributed, remote-first team. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing user-facing features and server-side logic for their innovative web applications. This role requires a strong command of both frontend and backend technologies, a passion for creating seamless user experiences, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a virtual environment. You will contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle, from conception to deployment, ensuring high-quality code and robust functionality. Join a company that values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance, all while shaping the future of our client's digital products from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive and user-friendly frontend interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Design and implement efficient backend services and APIs using languages like Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Manage and interact with databases (SQL and NoSQL) to store and retrieve data effectively.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate concepts into functional and engaging web applications.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full stack.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decision-making processes.
• Work effectively in an asynchronous, remote team environment.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in frontend technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and a modern framework (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid experience with backend languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js/Express, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring).
• Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB.
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Fully remote work environment.
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• A collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Stipend for home office setup and internet expenses.