Remote Full-Stack Software Developer

Placements24; Polokwane; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

Online training

Stock options

Fully remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Remote Full-Stack Software Developer to join a rapidly growing technology firm. You will design, develop, test, and deploy robust web applications across the full stack, collaborating with a distributed team.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of full-stack experience, proficiency with modern front-end frameworks (React/Angular/Vue) and back-end languages (Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails, Java/Spring). Remote work offers flexibility and global projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional full‑stack web development experience.
• Proficiency with at least one modern front-end framework (React/Angular/Vue).
• Strong back-end experience with Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby/Rails or Java/Spring.
• Solid database knowledge (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with Git and version control.
• Excellent problem-solving and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications across the full stack.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Develop and manage databases with data integrity and security.
• Implement and consume RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement features.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade systems.
• Develop unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging web technologies.

Skills

Full-stack development

React/Vue/Angular

Node.js

Python/Django

Ruby/Rails

Java/Spring

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cloud platforms

CI/CD

Git

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm seeking a talented and self-motivated Remote Full-Stack Software Developer. This position is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying robust web applications and services across the entire technology stack. The ideal candidate is passionate about writing clean, efficient code, has a strong understanding of modern software development principles, and excels in a distributed team environment. This is an exciting chance to join an innovative company and shape the future of our digital products, regardless of your physical location.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and high-performance web applications using front-end and back-end technologies.
• Write clean, well documented, and efficient code following best practices.
• Develop and manage databases, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Implement and consume RESTful APIs.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Develop and execute unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging web technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby/Rails, Java/Spring).
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with version control systems, particularly Git.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, flexible working hours, and the significant advantage of a fully remote work arrangement. Employees benefit from health insurance, opportunities for professional development and online training, and a stock options program. You'll be part of a forward-thinking, globally distributed team that values innovation and work-life balance, contributing to exciting projects from the comfort of your chosen location.