Lead Full Stack Engineer - SaaS Platform

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Remote work stipend

Health package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Full Stack Engineer to architect and build the next generation of our platform. This fully remote role offers Stellenbosch, Western Cape time alignment while enabling work from anywhere in South Africa.

You will guide a talented team, make architecture decisions, and drive best practices across frontend and backend systems. The ideal candidate has 8+ years of full-stack experience, strong leadership, and expertise in React/Angular/Vue, Node.js, Python,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional full-stack development experience including leadership.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Expertise with modern frontend frameworks (React/Angular/Vue) and backend languages (Node.js, Python, Java).
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes).
• Strong DB design (SQL/NoSQL) and microservices/REST API design.
• Proven ability to lead engineering teams in a remote setting.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Experience with Agile and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and deployment of scalable, high-performance full-stack applications and services.
• Architect robust solutions, choosing technologies, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Collaborate with product teams to translate requirements into technical specs.
• Mentor frontend and backend engineers, promoting technical excellence and collaboration.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code for both frontend and backend systems.
• Oversee CI/CD pipelines for efficient, reliable deployments.
• Champion best practices: code reviews, testing, and security standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues and ensure platform reliability.
• Explore new technologies to enhance platform capabilities and performance.

Skills

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Django

Flask

Java

Spring

SQL

NoSQL

Microservices

REST APIs

CI/CD

DevOps

Leadership

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly scaling SaaS company with a global presence, is looking for a visionary Lead Full Stack Engineer to architect and build the next generation of their platform. This is a fully remote position, offering the ultimate flexibility while contributing to a high-impact product used by thousands worldwide. You will lead a talented team of engineers, making critical architectural decisions, driving development best practices, and ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and secure features. The ideal candidate is a seasoned full-stack developer with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for creating exceptional software in a remote-first environment. This role offers the chance to shape the technical direction of a cutting-edge product from Stellenbosch, Western Cape (or anywhere remotely within South Africa).

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of scalable, high-performance web applications and services across the full stack.
• Architect robust and maintainable solutions, making key decisions on technologies, frameworks, and methodologies.
• Collaborate with product management to define product roadmaps and translate business requirements into technical specifications.
• Mentor and guide a team of frontend and backend engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and collaboration.
• Write high-quality, well-tested, and performant code for both frontend and backend systems.
• Oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines, ensuring efficient and reliable deployments.
• Champion best practices in software development, including code reviews, automated testing, and security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical challenges, ensuring the stability and reliability of the platform.
• Drive innovation and continuously explore new technologies to enhance the platform's capabilities and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 8+ years of professional experience in full-stack software development, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior technical role.
• Expertise in modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and backend languages/frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring).
• Proven experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of database design and management (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience designing and building microservices architectures and RESTful APIs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor engineering teams in a remote setting.
• Excellent problem-solving, architectural design, and communication skills.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, generous stock options, a comprehensive health and wellness package, and a dedicated remote work stipend. You will be empowered to shape the future of a leading SaaS product, working with a talented, globally distributed team. Enjoy the ultimate flexibility and autonomy that comes with a remote-first culture, contributing from anywhere, with primary coordination typically aligning with the Stellenbosch, Western Cape time zone. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced leader to make a significant impact on a growing technology company.