Remote Full-Stack Developer (Python/JavaScript)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Global projects experience

Competitive salary and benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Full-Stack Developer with strong Python back-end (Django/Flask) and modern JavaScript (React or Vue.js) skills. You will design, build, and maintain scalable web apps for clients worldwide, collaborating with product managers and designers from a fully remote setup.

The role emphasizes API design, database architecture, and clean, testable code, offering growth in a supportive, innovative environment while contributing to projects originating from Paarl, Western

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Python and Django/Flask.
• Front-end expertise: JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, React or Vue.js.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of API design and development.
• Version control with Git.
• Cloud platforms knowledge (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work remotely and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications using Python and JavaScript frameworks.
• Develop and manage relational and NoSQL databases.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs for front-end/back-end communication.
• Write clean, efficient, testable code and document it.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Ensure performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions.

Skills

Python

Django/Flask

JavaScript

React/Vue.js

HTML5/CSS3

REST API design

Git

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

SQL/NoSQL databases

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

PostgreSQL/MySQL

NoSQL

REST APIs

Docker

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Remote Full-Stack Developer proficient in Python for the back-end and modern JavaScript frameworks (like React or Vue.js) for the front-end. This position is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to impactful projects from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable web applications. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of both front-end and back-end technologies, database management, and API development. You will collaborate with a talented team of engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver high-quality software solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on challenging problems, leverage your full-stack expertise, and grow your career within a supportive and innovative environment, contributing to projects for clients globally, with a key focus on innovation originating from **Paarl, Western Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications using Python (e.g., Django, Flask) and JavaScript frameworks (e.g., React, Vue.js).
• Develop and manage relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Build and integrate RESTful APIs for seamless communication between front-end and back-end systems.
• Write clean, efficient, testable, and well-documented code.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Full-Stack Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in Python and relevant web frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask).
• Expertise in front-end technologies including JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and at least one modern JavaScript framework (React, Vue.js, Angular).
• Experience with database design and management (SQL and/or NoSQL).
• Solid understanding of API design and development.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and attending virtual conferences.
• Work on challenging and innovative projects with a global impact.
• Collaborative and supportive remote team culture.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Access to modern development tools and technologies.