Senior Full Stack Developer - AI Platform

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health insurance

Remote-first with flexible work

Performance bonuses

Professional development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to contribute to an innovative AI platform. This remote-first role lets you design, build, and maintain scalable web apps and backend services supporting AI research and product initiatives.

You will collaborate with AI researchers, data scientists, and product managers, leveraging React, Python/Node.js, and cloud platforms to deliver robust, user-friendly solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full-stack web development experience.
• Experience with front-end HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Strong back-end development skills with Python/Node.js/Go and frameworks (Django/Flask/Express).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of SDLC, Agile, and CI/CD practices.
• Experience with AI/ML concepts is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user interfaces for AI-driven applications using modern front-end frameworks.
• Design, build, and maintain robust backend services and APIs.
• Integrate front-end components with back-end services and databases.
• Work with cloud platforms to deploy and manage applications.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to integrate models into features.
• Write clean, well-documented code and participate in reviews and design discussions.
• Troubleshoot and optimize applications for high availability and performance.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies in full-stack development and AI.

Skills

Full-stack development

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Node.js

Go

Django

Flask

SQL databases

NoSQL databases

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Full Stack Developer to contribute to the development of their innovative AI platform. This is a remote-first role, allowing you to work from anywhere. You will be instrumental in designing, building, and maintaining scalable web applications and backend services that support our cutting-edge AI research and product initiatives. This position requires a strong understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies, coupled with a passion for working in the AI and emerging technologies space. You will collaborate closely with AI researchers, data scientists, and product managers to deliver robust and user-friendly solutions. If you are a motivated developer eager to make an impact in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment, this remote opportunity is for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement user interfaces for AI-driven applications using modern front-end frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Design, build, and maintain robust and scalable backend services and APIs using languages like Python, Node.js, or Go.
• Integrate front-end components with back-end services and databases.
• Work with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) to deploy and manage applications.
• Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to integrate models and algorithms into user-facing features.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code, adhering to best practices in software development.
• Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and architectural planning.
• Troubleshoot and debug applications, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tools.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and trends in full-stack development and AI.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Strong experience with back-end development languages (Python, Node.js, Java, Go) and frameworks (e.g., Django, Flask, Express.js).
• Experience with database systems (SQL and NoSQL) such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of software development lifecycle, Agile methodologies, and CI/CD practices.
• Experience working with AI/ML concepts or platforms is a strong plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, retirement benefits, and performance bonuses. As a remote-first company, we prioritize work-life balance and offer unparalleled flexibility. Employees benefit from a generous professional development budget, access to cutting-edge technologies, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of AI. This role allows you to work from anywhere, fostering autonomy and a personalized work experience. Join a dynamic team driving innovation in the AI space.