Senior Full Stack Developer (Remote)

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

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and deploy front-end and back-end components for scalable web applications, collaborating with a distributed team and taking ownership of features from idea to production.

The ideal candidate has strong experience across JS frameworks (React/Angular/Vue), backend languages (Python, Node.js, Java), databases, and cloud/container tech (AWS, Docker, Kubernetes).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Extensive experience as a Full Stack Developer.
• Proficiency in modern JS frameworks and backend languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable web applications using modern frameworks.
• Design intuitive user interfaces and experiences.
• Build robust APIs and backend services.
• Integrate front-end and back-end components.
• Mentor junior developers and perform code reviews.

Skills

Full stack development

Remote work collaboration

RESTful APIs

Code quality

Problem solving

JavaScript

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Django

Node.js

Java

Spring

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Django

Node.js

Java

Spring

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm, is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Full Stack Developer to join their fully remote engineering team. This is a unique opportunity to work on challenging and innovative projects from the comfort of your own home, contributing to the development of scalable and high-performance web applications. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying both front-end and back-end components, collaborating with a distributed team of professionals. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of modern web technologies, a passion for coding excellence, and a proven ability to work autonomously in a remote setting. This role offers significant professional growth and the chance to be part of a forward-thinking company culture that embraces remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable, and secure web applications using modern frameworks.
• Design and implement efficient user interfaces and user experiences.
• Build and maintain powerful APIs and backend services.
• Integrate front-end and back-end components seamlessly.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code across the full stack.
• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers in a remote environment.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security.
• Conduct code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior developers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Extensive experience as a Full Stack Developer or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong experience with backend languages and frameworks (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring, Ruby/Rails).
• Expertise in database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a remote, asynchronous environment.
• Strong portfolio showcasing full-stack development projects.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and excellent opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Enjoy the flexibility and autonomy of working from anywhere while contributing to impactful projects with a team that values collaboration and innovation.