Remote Senior Full-Stack Developer

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Equipment provided

Inclusive team culture

Global user reach from Cape Town

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Full-Stack Developer for a fully remote role based from Cape Town, Western Cape. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications, collaborating with talented professionals across time zones.

This remote-first position values autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning, with opportunities to impact product development and global users from Cape Town. You will work across the stack using modern languages and frameworks, drive features end-to-end,

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language (Node.js/Python/Java/Ruby/Go).
• Strong front-end skills with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript and modern frameworks.
• Solid experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the full stack.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Develop backend components using modern frameworks and languages.
• Build responsive front-end interfaces with React/Angular/Vue.js.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to implement features.
• Write clean, maintainable code and participate in code reviews.
• Troubleshoot and upgrade existing systems; contribute to architecture discussions.

Skills

Full-stack development

Remote work experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding digital solutions provider with a global reach, is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Full-Stack Developer to join their fully remote engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to innovative projects from the comfort of your own home, collaborating with talented professionals across different time zones. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust and scalable web applications, working with cutting-edge technologies. As a remote-first organization, we foster a culture of autonomy, collaboration, and continuous learning. This role is perfect for an experienced developer who thrives in a virtual environment and is passionate about building high-quality software solutions. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on product development and contribute to the company's strategic growth, all while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote setup based out of **Cape Town, Western Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the full stack.
• Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables in a remote setting.
• Develop backend components using modern frameworks and languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java).
• Build responsive and engaging front-end interfaces using frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, adhering to best practices and coding standards.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge within the team.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology selection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., JavaScript/Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java, Go).
• Strong experience with front-end technologies and frameworks (e.g., HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., SQL, NoSQL databases like MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, including version control (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience.
• Full remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday allowance.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to online courses and conferences.
• Company-provided equipment (laptop, etc.).
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects using modern technologies, contributing to a global user base from **Cape Town**.