Senior Full Stack Developer (Node.js/React)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Professional development

Modern development practices

Dynamic environment

Office in Mpumalanga

Job summary

Placements24 in Mpumalanga is seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Developer to design and build scalable web applications using Node.js and React. You will own end-to-end development, collaborate with product managers and designers, and help shape the technical direction of projects in the Nelspruit area.

The role requires 5+ years of full-stack experience, strong JS, Node.js, Express, React (Redux/Hooks), and familiarity with databases and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full-stack development experience.
• Strong JavaScript, Node.js, and Express.js proficiency.
• Expertise in React and its ecosystem (Redux, Hooks).
• Experience with HTML5/CSS3.
• Relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB) experience.
• Git version control experience.
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and Docker is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using Node.js for the backend and React for the frontend.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and services.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code across the entire stack.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes into functional interfaces.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Implement robust database solutions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full stack.

Skills

JavaScript

Node.js

React

Redux

Hooks

RESTful APIs

HTML5

CSS3

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Express.js

Docker

Git

AWS

Azure

GCP

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Job description

About the Role

Our client, an innovative software development house in Nelspruit , is looking for a seasoned Senior Full Stack Developer to contribute to the design and development of their cutting-edge web applications. This role requires a versatile engineer proficient in both frontend (React) and backend (Node.js) technologies. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of building scalable, performant, and user-friendly applications from end-to-end. You will be involved in all phases of the development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation and deployment, collaborating closely with product managers and designers. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on exciting projects and shape the technical direction of products in the growing tech scene of Mpumalanga .

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain full-stack web applications using Node.js for the backend and React for the frontend.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and services.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code across the entire stack.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and mockups into functional interfaces.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and responsiveness.
• Implement robust database solutions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and sprint planning.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues across the full stack.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Node.js, and the Express.js framework.
• Expertise in frontend development using React and its ecosystem (Redux, Hooks).
• Solid experience with modern HTML5 and CSS3.
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Experience with version control systems (Git).
• Understanding of RESTful API design principles.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• Work on innovative projects in a dynamic environment in Nelspruit .
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Exposure to modern development practices.
• Convenient office location in Mpumalanga .