Senior Full-Stack Developer (Python/React)

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Modern office

Paid leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion, Gauteng, is seeking a Senior Full-Stack Developer to design, build, and deploy scalable web applications using Python (Django/Flask) and React. You will own back-end and front-end components, craft robust APIs, and collaborate across product management and QA.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years of full-stack experience, strong SQL/NoSQL knowledge, cloud familiarity (AWS/Azure/GCP), and hands-on CI/CD with Docker. Hybrid work options apply.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full-stack web development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python with Django or Flask and modern JavaScript/React.
• Experience with relational (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, Git, and CI/CD tooling.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, reusable code using Python for back-end and React for front-end.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs.
• Build and optimize database schemas and queries.
• Implement responsive front-end components with cross-browser compatibility.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure quality.
• Collaborate with product, design, and QA teams.
• Participate in code reviews and support production deployments.

Skills

Full-stack development

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Django

Flask

React

PostgreSQL

MySQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Git

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Full-Stack Developer to join their innovative technology team in **Centurion, Gauteng**. This role is perfect for a developer who thrives on building robust, scalable, and high-performance web applications from the ground up. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying both front-end and back-end components of our cutting-edge platforms. The ideal candidate has a passion for clean code, a deep understanding of modern development practices, and a proven ability to tackle complex technical challenges. You will work collaboratively with a talented team of engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional software solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant projects and grow your career within a forward-thinking organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using Python for the back-end and React for the front-end.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs.
• Build and optimize database schemas and queries.
• Implement front-end components with appealing user interface, ensuring cross-browser compatibility.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and QA.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Deploy applications to production environments and monitor performance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and best practices in full-stack development.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack web development.
• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks like Django or Flask.
• Extensive experience with JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and modern front-end frameworks like React.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of version control systems, particularly Git.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Docker is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career advancement.
• A stimulating and collaborative work environment in **Centurion, Gauteng**.
• Flexible working hours and a hybrid work model.
• Modern office facilities.
• Paid leave and company holidays.