Lead Full-Stack Developer

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

Health insurance

Career development

Cape Town work culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Full-Stack Developer to spearhead innovative web initiatives in Cape Town. You will architect and implement cutting-edge applications, guide a team of developers, and deliver high-quality, user-centric products.

Lead the design across frontend and backend, enforce coding standards, and collaborate with product owners and designers to translate requirements into technical solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven 7+ years as a Full-Stack Developer.
• Extensive experience with frontend technologies (React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend languages (Node.js, Python, Ruby).
• Strong database design knowledge (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, scalable web applications for frontend and backend.
• Mentor and guide a team of full-stack developers, enforcing coding standards.
• Collaborate with product owners and designers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee deployment, ensuring applications are robust, secure, and performant in production.
• Identify and implement opportunities for technical innovation and process improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Full-Stack

Frontend frameworks

Backend languages

Mentoring

Code quality

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Ruby

SQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Full-Stack Developer to spearhead their innovative web development initiatives in Cape Town . This leadership position involves architecting and implementing cutting-edge web applications, guiding a team of talented developers, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, user-centric products. You will play a crucial role in defining technical strategies, driving best practices, and fostering a collaborative and productive development environment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned developer to make a significant impact, shape the technical direction of key projects, and grow within a company that values creativity, problem-solving, and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of complex, scalable web applications using modern frameworks for both frontend and backend.
• Mentor and guide a team of full-stack developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and development methodologies across the team.
• Collaborate with product owners and designers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee the deployment process, ensuring applications are robust, secure, and performant in production.
• Identify and implement opportunities for technical innovation and process improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer , with at least 7 years in the industry.
• Extensive experience with frontend technologies (e.g., React , Angular , Vue.js ) and backend languages (e.g., Node.js , Python , Ruby ).
• Strong understanding of database design and management, including relational (SQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
• A vibrant and inclusive company culture in a beautiful Cape Town setting.
• Company-sponsored team events and social activities.