Remote Graduate Full-Stack Developer - E-commerce Platforms

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible hours

Online learning

Remote work

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Graduate Full-Stack Developer to join a fully remote development team in South Africa. You will contribute to building scalable, user‑friendly e‑commerce platforms, working across front‑end and back‑end to deliver robust features and performant user experiences.

You will collaborate with product managers, design responsive interfaces, integrate third‑party services, and participate in code reviews and testing in an agile environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and at least one modern JS framework.
• Proficiency in one or more back-end programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, suited for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable back-end code using languages like Node.js, Python, Java, or Ruby.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into functional features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Assist in database design and management (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Front-end development

Back-end development

RESTful APIs

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

Git version control

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Java

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding online retail innovator, is seeking talented Graduate Full-Stack Developers to join their fully remote development team. This is an exceptional opportunity for aspiring developers to contribute to the creation and enhancement of sophisticated e-commerce platforms, working entirely from home across South Africa. You will be involved in both front-end and back-end development, tackling challenging projects that directly impact user experience and business growth. As a remote-first company, we foster a collaborative and supportive virtual environment, providing you with the tools and resources needed to thrive. This role is ideal for graduates with a strong foundation in software development principles and a passion for building scalable, user-friendly web applications. You'll work alongside experienced developers, gaining exposure to modern development stacks and best practices in agile methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain responsive user interfaces using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable back-end code using languages like Node.js, Python, Java, or Ruby.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and services.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into functional features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Assist in database design and management (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).
• Troubleshoot and debug applications, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Solid understanding of front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and at least one modern JS framework.
• Proficiency in one or more back-end programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, suited for remote work.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet project deadlines.
• A portfolio of personal projects or contributions to open-source projects is highly desirable.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and web services.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and flexible working hours.
• Our client is committed to fostering professional growth, providing access to online learning platforms, training workshops, and opportunities to attend industry conferences.
• Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of working from home, with regular virtual team events to foster connection and camaraderie.
• Career advancement opportunities into senior developer, lead engineer, or architect roles are significant.
• Join a collaborative and innovative remote team dedicated to building cutting-edge e-commerce solutions.