Senior Full Stack Developer (Remote)

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Hybrid; ZAR 1,492,000 - 2,487,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Unlimited PTO & flexible hours

Home office setup allowance

Remote-first culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Developer to join a distributed, remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and deploy sophisticated web applications for a global user base, shaping architecture and delivering high-quality software from anywhere.

You will work with modern frontend frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js and backend stacks such as Node.js, Python/Django, or Java/Spring. Excellent collaboration and mentoring across a remote team are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong backend skills in Node.js, Python/Django, or Java/Spring.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications.
• Write clean, scalable code for front-end and back-end components.
• Architect and manage databases for data integrity and performance.
• Collaborate with remote team members, product managers, and designers.
• Lead code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior developers.
• Troubleshoot and improve existing applications for performance.

Skills

Full-stack development

Remote collaboration

Code reviews & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python/Django

Java/Spring

SQL

NoSQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and self-driven Senior Full Stack Developer to join their distributed engineering team, working entirely remotely. This role is central to designing, developing, and deploying sophisticated web applications that serve a global user base. You will have the autonomy to shape architectural decisions, implement robust solutions across the entire stack, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and innovation, regardless of physical location. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned developer who thrives in a remote-first environment and is passionate about building high-quality software from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
• Write clean, efficient, and scalable code for both front-end and back-end components.
• Architect and manage databases, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance.
• Collaborate effectively with remote team members, product managers, and designers through virtual communication tools.
• Lead code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior developers remotely.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and enhance existing applications to improve performance and user experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Expertise in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js.
• Strong proficiency in backend development languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Java/Spring).
• Experience with relational (SQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Allowance for home office setup and continuous professional development budget.
• A truly remote-first company culture that values autonomy and collaboration.