Remote Full-Stack Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented and versatile Remote Full-Stack Engineer to join their development team. This fully remote role allows you to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge web applications.

You will design, develop, and deploy front-end and back-end components, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers to deliver scalable, user-friendly features. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of full-stack experience with modern frameworks, strong API and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/related field.
• 3+ years of professional full-stack development experience.
• Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and at least one modern framework (React/Angular/Vue).
• Experience with backend languages (Python/Node.js/Java/Ruby) and databases.
• Familiarity with Git and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive front-end applications using modern frameworks.
• Design, build, and maintain robust back-end code and APIs.
• Integrate front-end with server-side logic and databases.
• Write clean, documented code and perform code reviews.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to translate requirements into features.

Skills

HTML/CSS/JS

Modern frameworks

APIs & database

Git & version control

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

React

Node.js

Python

AWS

SQL/NoSQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and versatile Remote Full-Stack Engineer to join their innovative development team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying both front-end and back-end components of our client's web applications. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of modern web technologies, a passion for creating user-friendly interfaces, and a solid understanding of server-side logic and database management. You will collaborate with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to exciting projects and grow your career in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive and user-friendly front-end applications using frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable back-end code.
• Integrate front-end components with server-side logic and databases.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code for both frontend and backend systems.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to best practices.
• Work closely with the product team to understand user requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and at least one modern framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Experience with backend languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, Ruby, Java) and frameworks.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL) and API design.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.
• Ability to manage time effectively and work autonomously in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible working hours and a fully remote work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging projects.
• A supportive and collaborative remote team culture.
• Contribute to innovative software solutions from anywhere.