Senior Software Developer (Full Stack)

Placements24; Polokwane; A distancia; ZAR 1.486.000 - 2.477.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive salary

Remote-first culture

Professional development opportunities

Generous paid time off

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer (Full Stack) for a fully remote role. You will design, build, test, and deploy scalable web applications, collaborating with product managers, designers, and engineers.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of full-stack experience across frontend (HTML/CSS/JS with React/Angular/Vue) and backend (Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby on Rails), plus cloud and containerization expertise.

Formación

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with significant experience in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring, Ruby on Rails).
• Expertise in designing and interacting with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the full stack – from user interfaces to server-side logic and databases.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and technical specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using best practices and coding standards.
• Develop and implement robust APIs and microservices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of applications.

Conocimientos

Strong communication

Collaboration

Mentor junior developers

Remote teamwork

Problem-solving

Educación

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Herramientas

React

Angular

Vue.js

Node.js

Python

Django/Flask

Java

Spring

Ruby on Rails

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Kubernetes

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing technology firm seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Developer (Full Stack) to join their innovative and collaborative team. This role is fully remote, allowing exceptional candidates from across the globe to contribute to our client's success. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and deploying robust, scalable web applications and services. This position requires a deep understanding of both front-end and back-end technologies, a passion for writing clean, efficient code, and a proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, agile environment, possess excellent problem-solving skills, and be adept at working independently while contributing effectively to a distributed team. We are committed to fostering a remote-first culture that prioritizes communication, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the full stack – from user interfaces to server-side logic and databases.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and technical specifications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using best practices and coding standards.
• Develop and implement robust APIs and microservices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with team members.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Mentor junior developers and foster a culture of technical excellence.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience, with significant experience in full-stack development.
• Proficiency in front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring, Ruby on Rails).
• Expertise in designing and interacting with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and data structures.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Flexible remote work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to online courses and conferences.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a rapidly expanding tech company.
• A culture that values innovation, collaboration, and employee well-being.
• Access to the latest technologies and development tools.