Remote Full-Stack Web Developer (EdTech)

About the Role

Our client, a leading EdTech innovator, is seeking a talented and experienced Remote Full-Stack Web Developer to join their agile development team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere in South Africa. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge educational platforms and applications that enhance learning experiences for students worldwide. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of both front-end and back-end technologies, a passion for creating elegant and efficient code, and a collaborative spirit. If you thrive in a dynamic, remote-first environment and are excited by the prospect of shaping the future of online education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement user-friendly, responsive web applications and features using a variety of programming languages and frameworks.


• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code for both front-end (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js) and back-end (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Ruby on Rails) development.


• Develop and manage robust database solutions (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).


• Integrate with third-party APIs and services to enhance application functionality.


• Collaborate effectively with product managers, designers, and other developers in a remote setting.


• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, performance, and security.


• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.


• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology stack selections.


• Ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and performant.


• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends in web development and EdTech.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in full-stack web development.


• Proficiency in at least one modern front-end JavaScript framework (e.g., React, Angular, Vue.js).


• Strong expertise in back-end development languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js, Python/Django, Java/Spring, Ruby on Rails).


• Experience with database design and management (SQL and NoSQL).


• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.


• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker).


• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).


• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote environment.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

• This is a contract position offering a highly competitive freelance rate, allowing for significant earning potential for skilled developers.


• As a remote role, you benefit from the flexibility to work from anywhere in South Africa, eliminating commute time and costs.


• Our client provides access to cutting-edge projects and technologies within the rapidly growing EdTech sector.


• You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse, international team and contribute to impactful educational solutions.


• While this is a contractor role, opportunities for long-term engagement and potential for significant project involvement are available.


• Continuous learning and professional development are encouraged, with exposure to a wide range of modern development practices.