Remote Full Stack Telecom Developer

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical aid

Retirement plan

Online learning access

Conference participation

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting for a remote Full Stack Telecom Developer in South Africa. The role focuses on building and maintaining web applications and backend systems powering telecom platforms.

You will work in an agile, remote-first environment with a strong emphasis on code quality, collaboration, and delivering impactful telecom solutions. You’ll contribute across the stack, from front-end to back-end, and engage with product managers and designers to implement new features, integrate APIs,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Portfolio demonstrating full stack development projects.
• Proficiency with HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern front-end frameworks.
• Strong back-end experience with Python/Django/Flask, Node.js/Express, or Java Spring.
• Experience with SQL/NoSQL databases and cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, RESTful APIs, and Git.
• Excellent communication in a distributed, remote team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications and services.
• Write clean, maintainable code for front-end and back-end components.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to add features.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and internal microservices.
• Optimize performance, reliability, and scalability of apps.
• Troubleshoot and upgrade existing systems; participate in code reviews.
• Document development processes and software design decisions.
• Support agile ceremonies and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

HTML/CSS/JS

React/Angular/Vue

Python/Node.js/Java

PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB

AWS/Azure/GCP

Docker/Kubernetes

Git

RESTful APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking technology company specializing in innovative solutions for the telecoms sector, is actively seeking a talented and motivated Remote Full Stack Telecom Developer. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa. You will play a critical role in developing and maintaining robust web applications and backend systems that power our client's cutting-edge telecommunications platforms. We are looking for a self-starter with a strong command of both front-end and back-end development languages and frameworks, who thrives in an agile, remote-first environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about software development, possesses excellent problem-solving skills, and is eager to contribute to projects that have a significant impact on the telecommunications landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack web applications and services.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for both front-end and back-end components.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Integrate with various third-party APIs and internal microservices relevant to the telecoms industry.
• Optimize application performance for speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Participate actively in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for developed software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer, with a portfolio showcasing relevant projects.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks such as Python (Django/Flask), Node.js (Express), Java (Spring), or similar.
• Familiarity with database technologies like PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and software design patterns.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems (Git).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a distributed team environment.
• Knowledge of telecommunications protocols or systems is a strong advantage.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from any location.
• Our client provides a competitive salary, along with performance-based bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including medical aid and retirement savings options.
• We invest in our employees' growth through access to online learning platforms, opportunities to attend virtual conferences, and support for professional development.
• You will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that is at the forefront of technological advancements in the telecoms sector.
• The role allows you to work on impactful projects without the need for commuting to a physical office, offering a superb work-life balance.