Remote Lead Full-Stack Developer - Cloud Solutions

Placements24; Afrique du Sud; À distance; ZAR 1 200 000 - 2 000 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Unlimited PTO

Home office budget

Remote work—global teams

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is partnering with a project to hire a Lead Full-Stack Developer for a fully remote, international team. You will guide architecture, development, and deployment of cloud-based applications, mentoring frontend and backend engineers and driving technical excellence in an agile environment.

You will shape the tech stack, implement robust CI/CD pipelines, and collaborate with product managers to define roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in lead or senior architect roles.
• Extensive backend experience (Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring Boot, Go).
• Proficiency in frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js) and modern JavaScript.
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Database design and management (SQL and NoSQL).
• Solid understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fully remote environment.

Responsabilités

• Lead design, development, and implementation of robust full-stack apps using modern tech.
• Architect cloud-native solutions on AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Mentor backend/frontend developers, ensure code quality.
• Oversee end-to-end development lifecycle from concept to deployment.
• Enforce coding standards, best practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with product managers to define technical roadmaps.
• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and security assessments.
• Troubleshoot complex tech issues across the stack.
• Research and propose new technologies and methods.]
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Connaissances

Python/Django

Node.js/Express

Java/Spring Boot

Go

React/Angular/Vue

AWS/Azure/GCP

Docker/Kubernetes

SQL/NoSQL

Microservices

CI/CD

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Outils

Jenkins

GitLab CI

CircleCI

Description du poste

Our client is revolutionizing the cloud solutions landscape and is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Full-Stack Developer to join their fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to drive the architecture, development, and deployment of innovative cloud-based applications and services. As a Lead Developer, you will guide a team of talented engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and agile best practices. You will be instrumental in shaping the future of our client's technology stack, working on complex challenges that require creative problem-solving and deep technical expertise. This role is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility and the chance to collaborate with a diverse, globally distributed team. We believe in empowering our developers with autonomy and providing the tools and support needed to succeed from anywhere. If you are passionate about building scalable, high-performance applications and leading a motivated development team in a remote-first environment, this is the perfect role for you. Embrace the future of work with us.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of robust and scalable full-stack applications using modern technologies.
• Architect cloud-native solutions on platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Mentor and guide a team of backend and frontend developers, fostering technical growth and code quality.
• Oversee the entire development lifecycle, from concept and design to deployment and maintenance.
• Implement and enforce coding standards, best practices, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to define technical roadmaps and project requirements.
• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and security assessments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues across the stack.
• Drive innovation by researching and proposing new technologies and methodologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior architect role.
• Extensive experience with backend technologies (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring Boot, Go).
• Proficiency in frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and modern JavaScript.
• Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Expertise in database design and management (SQL and NoSQL databases).
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and event-driven systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fully remote, collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Unlimited paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Generous budget for home office setup and professional development.
• Annual company retreats (optional attendance).
• Opportunities for significant career advancement.
• Work from anywhere with a reliable internet connection.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.