Remote Senior Full Stack Developer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,148,000 - 1,969,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work stipend

Stock options

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable web applications, using modern front-end frameworks and robust back-end languages.

Work with a distributed team, mentor juniors, and help shape architectural decisions while maintaining security and performance. The position emphasizes collaboration across product managers, designers, and engineers, with a strong emphasis on CI/CD, code quality, and staying

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development with a strong portfolio.
• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Expertise in back-end languages (Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby, Go).
• Strong experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Git and agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack web applications.
• Write high-quality, maintainable code for front-end and back-end systems.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements.
• Integrate with APIs, databases, and third-party services.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and mentor juniors.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology roadmap planning.
• Ensure security, performance, and responsiveness of applications.

Skills

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Java

Ruby

Go

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Agile methodologies

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing innovative tech firm, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer to join their dynamic, fully remote team. This is a ground-breaking opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of sophisticated web applications. The ideal candidate will possess a comprehensive understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies, a passion for writing clean, efficient code, and a proven ability to solve complex technical challenges. As a fully remote employee, you will collaborate with a talented, globally distributed team, leveraging modern communication tools to deliver exceptional software solutions. This role offers the freedom and flexibility to work from anywhere, contributing to impactful projects from the comfort of your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable and robust full-stack web applications.
• Write high-quality, maintainable, and efficient code for both front-end (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby) systems.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define project requirements and technical specifications.
• Integrate with various APIs, databases, and third-party services.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, share knowledge, and mentor junior developers.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies, industry trends, and best practices in full-stack development.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology roadmap planning.
• Ensure the security, performance, and responsiveness of applications.

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 development, with a strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in both front-end and back-end development.
• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Expertise in one or more back-end programming languages (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby, Go).
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote work environment.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a distributed team.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, stock options, and a generous remote work stipend.
• Enjoy the ultimate flexibility of working from home, with opportunities for professional development, virtual team-building events, and significant career growth within a forward-thinking organization.
• This role is completely remote, allowing you to live and work from anywhere.