Remote Full-Stack Engineering Manager

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup allowance

Health benefits

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Full-Stack Engineering Manager to lead a distributed team of engineers in building scalable software from anywhere in South Africa. You will shape technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure delivery of high-quality features.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in software development with 3+ years in management, strong front-end and back-end expertise, cloud proficiency, and a proven track record guiding remote teams using Agile/Scrum.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in software development with 3+ years in leadership.
• Proven track record leading and scaling remote full-stack teams.
• Strong knowledge of front-end and back-end technologies and cloud.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a distributed team of full-stack engineers.
• Oversee end-to-end software lifecycle from design to deployment.
• Set technical strategy and drive best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers on roadmaps.
• Conduct code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Foster a remote-first culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Remote team management

Agile/Scrum

Communication

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Java

Go

AWS

Azure

GCP

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Full-Stack Engineering Manager to lead their distributed development team. This position is a fully remote role, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will be responsible for guiding a talented group of engineers in the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge software solutions. This role requires a strong technical background combined with exceptional leadership and communication skills to foster collaboration and drive innovation within a virtual environment. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in shaping the technical direction of our client's products and ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software. If you are passionate about building great products and empowering engineering teams from a distance, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and contribute to its continued success, regardless of your physical location.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of full-stack software engineers, fostering a collaborative and productive remote work environment.
• Oversee the entire software development lifecycle, from architecture and design to implementation, testing, and deployment.
• Drive technical strategy and decision‑making, ensuring the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to define project roadmaps and deliver features.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and promote high standards of code quality and performance.
• Champion the adoption of agile methodologies and continuous improvement within the engineering team.
• Identify and address technical challenges, performance bottlenecks, and opportunities for innovation.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop top engineering talent to build and scale the team.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables effectively in a remote setting.
• Ensure the security, reliability, and scalability of all deployed applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a management or lead role.
• Proven experience managing full-stack development teams and projects.
• Strong understanding of both front-end (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end (Node.js, Python, Java, Go) technologies.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent knowledge of software architecture principles, design patterns, and microservices.
• Demonstrated success in leading remote teams and fostering a positive team culture.
• Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Strong ability to mentor and develop engineers.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position with the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa.
• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and generous paid time off.
• You will have opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth, including access to online courses and conferences.
• The company provides a state-of-the‑art remote work setup allowance and supports a healthy work‑life balance.
• Join a collaborative and innovative team environment with significant opportunities for career advancement.
• Participate in regular virtual team‑building activities and enjoy the perks of a modern, agile tech company operating remotely.