🇿🇦 Hirezar Summary for South African Applicants

This fully remote full time position at Somewhere is open to applicants from South Africa. The estimated monthly salary is R37,000 – R111,000 ZAR. This role is suited for mid-level professionals. As a remote position, you can work from anywhere in South Africa — whether you're based in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, or a smaller town.

Job Description

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Full-Stack Developer at a growing US based company. The Full-Stack Developer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining both front-end and back-end systems for web and mobile applications. The role involves integrating APIs, managing databases, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth and efficient functionality across the stack.

Qualifications
* 2-3 years of professional experience working as a Full-Stack Developer.
* Proficiency in front-end technologies such as JavaScript, React.js, React Native, HTML5, and CSS3.
* Expertise in back-end development using Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, or Java.
* Experience building and integrating RESTful APIs and microservices.
* Strong proficiency with databases like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
* Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) and deploying scalable applications.
* Knowledge of security practices, including data protection, authentication, and authorization.
* Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and CI/CD pipelines.
* Ability to work effectively in a remote, cross-functional team and communicate clearly in a distributed environment.
* A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Responsibilities
* Design, develop, and maintain both front-end and back-end systems for web and mobile applications.
* Build responsive, high-performance user interfaces using JavaScript, React.js, or React Native.
* Develop robust, scalable back-end services using Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, or Java.
* Integrate RESTful APIs and microservices to enable smooth functionality between client-side and server-side operations.
* Manage databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) and ensure secure, efficient data handling.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams, including front-end, back-end, DevOps, and product management, to deliver seamless features.
* Troubleshoot and resolve issues on both the front-end and back-end, ensuring optimal
* Stay up-to-date with the latest development trends and apply best practices to improve processes on both sides of the stack.
Compensation

$2,000 - $6,000 per month, paid in USD depending on experience.

Details
* Independent contractor agreement paid 2x monthly.
* Client has a desire for long term commitment.

Tips for South African Applicants

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Timezone Advantage

South Africa (SAST, UTC+2) overlaps well with European business hours and has a few hours of overlap with US East Coast. Mention your timezone flexibility in your application.

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Salary in Context

At R37,000/month, this role is competitive with the average South African remote salary. The USD equivalent ($2,000/mo) benefits from the favourable exchange rate.

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Application Tips

Tailor your CV to international standards — use a clean format, highlight remote work experience, and include your English proficiency. Many SA applicants succeed by emphasising their strong work ethic and cultural adaptability.

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Load Shedding Preparedness

If you're applying for a remote role, having a backup power solution (UPS, inverter, or generator) and mobile data as a backup internet connection shows employers you're prepared for South Africa's infrastructure challenges.

About Somewhere

Somewhere is a company in the Recruitment & Staffing industry that hires remote workers from South Africa. They currently have 614 open positions on Hirezar. View all Somewhere jobs →