Remote Full-Stack Developer

19 hours ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Placements24 Full-time

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Full-Stack Developer to join their fully remote team, supporting operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. This role is ideal for a developer who thrives in an independent, remote-first environment and is passionate about building scalable, high-performance web applications. You will be responsible for the end-to-end development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation and deployment, working on innovative projects that have a significant impact. The successful candidate will leverage their expertise in both front-end and back-end technologies to deliver robust solutions. This position offers the flexibility of working from anywhere within South Africa, with a strong emphasis on asynchronous communication and self-management. If you are a problem-solver with a passion for clean code and modern development practices, this remote opportunity is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain full-stack web applications using modern frameworks and technologies.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code for both front-end and back-end systems.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define and implement new features.
  • Develop and manage RESTful APIs and database schemas.
  • Implement and optimize application performance, scalability, and security.
  • Conduct code reviews, participate in architectural discussions, and contribute to technical decision-making.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues in a timely manner.
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends, and advocate for their adoption where appropriate.
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of development processes and tooling.
  • Manage project tasks and deadlines independently within a remote work setting.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in full-stack development.
  • Proficiency in at least one modern front-end framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).
  • Strong experience with back-end languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django/Flask, Java/Spring).
  • Expertise in database technologies such as SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Solid understanding of version control systems (Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.
  • Experience with microservices architecture is a plus.

Benefits

  • As a fully remote position, this role offers unparalleled flexibility.
  • Our client provides a competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, and the chance to work with a talented and supportive global team.
  • You will have the autonomy to manage your workday effectively while contributing to impactful projects.
  • This role is perfect for experienced developers seeking a fully remote career path within the vibrant Tembisa, Gauteng tech community and beyond.