Senior Full Stack Engineer

Placements24; Free State; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join its technology division and own end-to-end web application development. You will design, develop, and deploy front-end and back-end components, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions.

The role requires strong experience across the full web stack, proficiency in React/Angular/Vue, Node.js or Python, and familiarity with cloud and containerization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional full-stack development experience.
• Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript and modern frameworks (React/Angular/Vue).
• Strong back-end experience with Node.js or Python/Django/Flask; Java/Spring is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications across the full stack.
• Design front-end interfaces using React/Angular/Vue.js.
• Build and maintain back-end services and APIs (Node.js or Python).
• Optimize performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Write clean, well-documented, tested code.
• Collaborate with designers, PMs, and engineers to define features.

Skills

Full stack development

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Django/Flask

Java/Spring

SQL

NoSQL

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

Docker/Kubernetes

REST APIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a versatile and experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their innovative technology division in Upington. You will be responsible for the design, development, and deployment of both front-end and back-end components of our web applications. This role requires a strong understanding of the entire web development lifecycle, from conception to deployment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable, and user-friendly solutions that drive business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable web applications using modern technologies across the full stack.
• Design and implement efficient front-end interfaces using frameworks like React or Angular.
• Build and manage reliable back-end services and APIs using languages such as Node.js or Python.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code.
• Collaborate with designers, product managers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring).
• Experience with databases, including relational (SQL) and NoSQL solutions.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with attractive bonus potential.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and skill development.
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and excellence.