Full Stack Developer - Web Applications

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 480,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible remote work

Growth opportunities

Bonuses

Ongoing training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Full Stack Developer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and deploy features across the tech stack, collaborating with a distributed team in an agile environment.

We value a candidate with 3+ years in full stack development, strong skills in frontend (HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React/Angular/Vue) and backend (Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java), plus database and cloud experience. Join us to build scalable web applications from anywhere.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of Full Stack development experience.
• Strong frontend with HTML5, CSS3, JS ES6+ and modern framework.
• Backend expertise in Node.js/Express, Python/Django/Flask, Ruby on Rails, or Java/Spring.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Git proficiency and RESTful API design.
• Cloud and containerization experience (AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-facing features using frontend frameworks.
• Build server-side logic, databases, and APIs.
• Collaborate with UI/UX to translate wireframes into apps.
• Implement RESTful APIs and integrate with services.
• Write clean, maintainable code for frontend and backend.
• Design and manage database schemas.
• Implement tests (unit, integration, E2E).
• Participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and upgrade systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions.
• Ensure UI/UX feasibility and optimize performance.

Skills

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript ES6

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Django

Flask

Ruby on Rails

Java

Spring

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

RESTful APIs

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

Unit Testing

End-to-End Testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT / related field

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Express

Django

Flask

Ruby on Rails

Spring

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Full Stack Developer to join their innovative team in Centurion, Gauteng. This role is perfect for an individual with a passion for building dynamic and responsive web applications from front to back. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying features across our entire technology stack. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while collaborating with a distributed team. We are looking for a self-motivated developer who can thrive in an agile environment and contribute significantly to our client's digital presence.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-facing features using modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Build and manage server-side logic, databases, and APIs using languages like Node.js, Python, or Java.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional web applications.
• Implement RESTful APIs and integrate with third-party services.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code for both frontend and backend components.
• Design and manage database schemas and ensure data integrity.
• Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and stability.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer or similar role (3+ years).
• Strong proficiency in frontend technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), and a modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Solid experience with backend technologies and frameworks (e.g., Node.js/Express, Python/Django/Flask, Ruby on Rails, Java/Spring).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Understanding of RESTful API design and development.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, especially in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, flexible remote work arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Benefits include performance-based bonuses, ongoing training, and a supportive team culture.
• This is a great chance to make a significant impact working remotely for a company based in Centurion, Gauteng.