Senior Full Stack Engineer - Remote Eligible

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health, dental & vision benefits

Pension fund contributions

Flexible holiday options

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Engineer to join its technology division in Randburg, Gauteng. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement with on-site collaboration at the Randburg office and remote work options.

You will design, develop, and deploy scalable applications across frontend and backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has 7+ years of full-stack experience, strong skills in HTML5/CSS3/JavaScript,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7+ years of professional full-stack development experience.
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
• Strong backend skills in Python, Node.js, Java, or C#.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems (Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Hybrid work environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain user-facing features using modern frontend frameworks.
• Design, build, and maintain backend code and APIs.
• Integrate frontend with server-side logic.
• Implement robust data storage solutions and ensure data integrity.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and security across systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ship new features.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Conduct code reviews and provide feedback.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Frontend technologies

Backend languages

Databases

Cloud platforms

Microservices

Git

Unit testing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

React/Angular/Vue

Python

Node.js

Java

C#

MySQL

PostgreSQL

NoSQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Full Stack Engineer to join their innovative technology division. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for flexibility between remote work and on-site collaboration at our prominent office in Randburg, Gauteng, ZA . You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable applications across both frontend and backend systems. This is an exceptional opportunity for a skilled engineer who excels at full-stack development and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. We are looking for a candidate with a strong command of modern development practices and a passion for building high-quality software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain sophisticated user-facing features using modern frontend frameworks (e.g., React, Angular, Vue).
• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code.
• Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement robust database solutions and manage data integrity.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional experience in full stack development.
• Expertise in frontend technologies including HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern frameworks.
• Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Python, Node.js, Java, or C#.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Understanding of microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team setting, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Generous pension fund contributions.
• Significant paid time off and flexible holiday options.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and conference attendance.
• Hybrid work model offering significant flexibility.
• State-of-the‑art office facilities at our Randburg, Gauteng, ZA location.
• Collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.