Lead Full-Stack Developer - E-commerce Platforms

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Prime office location in Cape Town

Comprehensive medical, dental, and eye

Leadership development opportunities

Innovative work culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a visionary Lead Full-Stack Developer to spearhead the development of innovative ecommerce platforms. You will lead a talented team, architect scalable solutions, and drive delivery of exceptional user experiences in a fast-growing digital business.

Based in Cape Town's vibrant tech scene, this role offers leadership opportunities, collaboration with product stakeholders, and a culture of excellence, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in full-stack web development with at least 2 years in lead/senior capacity.
• Expertise in frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue) and backend technologies (Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails).
• Strong experience with database design and management (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of robust full-stack web applications for e-commerce.
• Mentor and guide frontend and backend developers.
• Define and enforce coding standards and architectural patterns.
• Collaborate with product stakeholders to translate requirements into technical plans.
• Oversee integration of third-party services and APIs.

Skills

Full-stack

Leadership

Frontend frameworks

Backend technologies

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Architecture

Education

Master’s/Bachelor’s degree in CS

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Full-Stack Developer to spearhead the development of their innovative e-commerce platforms in Cape Town . This pivotal role involves leading a talented team of developers, architecting scalable solutions, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional user experiences. You will play a key role in shaping the technical direction and fostering a culture of excellence within the development team. Based in the heart of Cape Town 's vibrant tech scene, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on a growing digital business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of robust full-stack web applications, particularly for e-commerce .
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend and backend developers, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Define and enforce coding standards, best practices, and architectural patterns across the development lifecycle.
• Collaborate with product stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications and actionable development plans.
• Oversee the integration of third-party services and APIs, ensuring seamless functionality and data flow.

Requirements

• Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in full-stack web development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior capacity.
• Expertise in modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend technologies (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails).
• Strong experience with database design and management (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Demonstrated experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD practices.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with generous performance incentives.
• Prime office location in Cape Town with excellent amenities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.
• A dynamic and innovative work culture that values creativity and problem-solving.