Remote Full Stack Developer - E-commerce Platforms

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 720,000 - 1,080,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement fund

Remote work

Generous leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Remote Full Stack Developer to join our growing e-commerce solutions team. You will design, build, and maintain robust online platforms, delivering seamless shopping experiences from concept to deployment.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of full stack experience, strong front-end skills (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) with React/Angular/Vue.js, and back-end expertise (Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails, PHP/Laravel).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in CS/SE or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer with e-commerce focus.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user-facing features using modern front-end technologies.
• Build and maintain server-side logic, APIs, and databases for e-commerce apps.
• Ensure UI/UX designs are feasible and translate into code.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Integrate with third-party services (payments, shipping).
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code across the full stack.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and engineers to ship features.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the stack.
• Stay updated with emerging web development trends and e-commerce technologies.]

Skills

HTML/CSS/JavaScript

RESTful APIs

Git

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or equivalent

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python/Django

Ruby on Rails

PHP/Laravel

SQL/NoSQL databases

AWS

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding e-commerce solutions provider, is actively recruiting a skilled Remote Full Stack Developer to enhance their digital platform development capabilities. This position is fully remote, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining robust and user-friendly e-commerce websites and applications. This role requires proficiency across both front-end and back-end technologies, with a focus on creating seamless and engaging online shopping experiences. You will collaborate closely with designers, product managers, and other developers to deliver innovative e-commerce solutions. As a key member of our remote team, you will contribute to the entire development lifecycle, from concept to deployment, in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user-facing features using modern front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Build and maintain server-side logic, APIs, and databases for e-commerce applications.
• Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and translate them into functional code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Integrate with third-party services, including payment gateways and shipping providers.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code across the full stack.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues across the application stack.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in web development and e-commerce.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a strong focus on e-commerce.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby/Rails, PHP/Laravel).
• Strong understanding of database design and management (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Knowledge of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and deployment processes.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, essential for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary package with performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, allowing for exceptional flexibility.
• Comprehensive private medical aid and retirement fund.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Exposure to innovative e-commerce technologies and projects.
• A supportive and dynamic remote team culture.
• Potential for career progression in a growing company.