Remote Full-Stack Developer

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Learning opportunities

Projects with impact

Remote team culture

Flexible hours

Equipment provided

Job summary

Placements24 is hiring a Remote Full-Stack Developer to join a globally distributed team. You will design and implement robust frontend interfaces and scalable backend services from anywhere in South Africa.

The role emphasizes self-management, proactive communication, and collaboration with remote colleagues across time zones. A strong portfolio and experience with modern JavaScript and backend frameworks are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven full-stack development experience with a strong portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of frontend and backend technologies listed.
• Experience working in remote, distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain frontend interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks.
• Build and maintain backend services in Python/Node.js/Java/Ruby.
• Integrate frontend with backend APIs for seamless data flow.

Skills

Excellent communication

Remote work

Problem solving

Proactive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

HTML5

CSS3

JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Node.js

Java

Ruby

Django

Flask

Express.js

Spring

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

REST API

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking digital solutions provider seeking a talented and motivated Remote Full-Stack Developer to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a crucial role in developing and enhancing our client's suite of web applications, contributing to both frontend user interfaces and backend logic. We are looking for a proactive individual who thrives in an independent work environment and is passionate about creating exceptional user experiences and robust, efficient backend systems. This role is ideal for someone who excels at self-management and communication, as it requires close collaboration with remote colleagues across different time zones. Join us to build innovative products and advance your career without geographical constraints.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive, user-friendly frontend interfaces using modern JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code using languages like Python, Node.js, or Java.
• Integrate frontend components with backend services and APIs, ensuring seamless data flow and functionality.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code across the full stack, adhering to industry best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements and wireframes into functional web applications.
• Perform code reviews, contribute to technical discussions, and actively participate in an agile development process.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the entire application stack.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, proposing and implementing improvements to our development processes and tooling.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer or similar role, with a strong portfolio of web applications.
• Proficiency in frontend technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid experience with backend development languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Ruby) and associated frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, Express.js, Spring).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to development.

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement, offering maximum flexibility.
• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Contribution to innovative and impactful projects.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Company-provided equipment and resources.