Senior Full Stack Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full remote work

Flexible hours

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Full Stack Engineer to join a distributed, fully remote team. The role spans front-end and back-end, focusing on designing, developing, and deploying robust web applications with modern tech such as React, Node.js, and TypeScript.

You will build responsive interfaces, ensure API quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams while contributing to CI/CD and scalable architectures. This remote role supports Upington operations and global projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Strong frontend and backend expertise with modern web technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using React, Node.js, and TypeScript.
• Build robust back-end APIs and optimize data access with PostgreSQL or MongoDB.
• Implement CI/CD pipelines and contribute to automated testing and deployment strategies.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate requirements into software.

Skills

React

Node.js

TypeScript

Express.js

HTML/CSS/JS

REST APIs

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

AWS

Azure

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Docker

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their distributed team, supporting projects that may involve their Upington operations. This role demands a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end development, enabling you to contribute across the entire application stack. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable, and user-friendly web applications. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, passionate about modern web technologies, and thrives in a collaborative, fully remote work environment, contributing to a company that values innovation and technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable full-stack applications using modern technologies such as React , Node.js, and TypeScript.
• Build and optimize efficient, reusable, and reliable back-end code and APIs.
• Develop responsive and engaging user interfaces, ensuring a seamless user experience across devices and browsers.
• Work closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into functional software.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines, contributing to automated testing and deployment strategies.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across the full stack, ensuring application stability and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
• 6+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
• Expertise in front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript) and frameworks like React .
• Strong experience with back-end development using Node.js, Express.js, or similar.
• Proficiency in database design and management (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker) is highly desirable for this remote role.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Full remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Opportunities for significant career growth and professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies in a dynamic tech landscape.
• A collaborative and supportive team culture that values individual contributions.
• Contribution to impactful projects with a global reach.