Senior Full Stack Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Remote work

Health insurance

Paid time off

Learning & development

Modern tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join the team in a fully remote role. You will contribute across the entire development lifecycle, building scalable web applications with both frontend and backend technologies.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience, strong skills in React/Angular/Vue.js on the frontend, and Python/Node.js/Java/C# on the backend, plus solid API and database knowledge. This role offers flexible work arrangements and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience as a Full Stack Engineer or similar role.
• Proficiency in frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong backend development experience with Python, Node.js, Java, or C#.
• Solid understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and API design.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy frontend and backend components of web applications using modern technologies.
• Write clean, maintainable client- and server-side code.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and security across the full stack.
• Implement and manage databases, ensuring data integrity and efficient retrieval.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to deliver high-quality software.

Skills

Frontend development

Backend development

React

Angular

Vue.js

Python

Node.js

Java

C#

SQL

NoSQL

API design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related

Tools

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

REST APIs

CI/CD

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a talented and versatile Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their dedicated team, working entirely remotely. This role requires a broad range of skills, encompassing both frontend and backend development, to build and maintain robust, scalable web applications. You will contribute to all phases of the development lifecycle, from initial concept and design to deployment and maintenance, playing a key role in shaping our technology stack. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your expertise across the entire development spectrum in a flexible, home-based environment, driving innovation and delivering high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy both frontend and backend components of web applications using modern technologies.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for both client-side and server-side logic.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define project requirements and solutions.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security across the full stack.
• Implement and manage databases, ensuring data integrity and efficient retrieval.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and debugging to ensure the delivery of high-quality software.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Significant professional experience (5+ years) as a Full Stack Engineer or in a similar role.
• Proficiency in frontend technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) and modern frameworks (e.g., React , Angular, Vue.js).
• Strong backend development experience with languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or C#.
• Solid understanding of database systems (SQL and NoSQL) and API design.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and a proactive approach, ideal for a remote team.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth.
• Ability to work on diverse projects and contribute to a collaborative, innovative culture.
• Access to modern development tools and a supportive virtual team environment.