🇿🇦 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 – R55,500 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

Job Overview:We are seeking an experienced Web Developer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, building, maintaining, and improving websites across multiple platforms, including WordPress, Shopify, and WooCommerce. You will also work on custom online tools and facilitate platform migrations.Key Responsibilities:
* Website Development: Build, maintain, and improve websites for internal projects and clients using platforms like WordPress, Shopify, and WooCommerce.
* Website Revamp: Redesign and optimize existing websites for better performance, faster load times, and enhanced user experiences.
* E-commerce: Build and manage e-commerce websites, including setting up payment gateways, product pages, and ensuring smooth store operations.
* Custom Tools Development: Create and modify custom web tools, such as calculators, ensuring accuracy and user-friendliness.
* Website Migration: Lead efforts to migrate websites from platforms like Drupal to WordPress.
* Client Collaboration: Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure successful project delivery.
* Maintenance & Optimization: Provide ongoing maintenance, including performance optimization, security updates, and troubleshooting for various web properties.
* Proven experience as a Web Developer with a portfolio of completed projects.
* Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
* Experience with WordPress (including custom themes and plugins), Shopify, and WooCommerce.
* Familiarity with Drupal and the ability to handle migrations to WordPress.
* Experience with building and maintaining custom web tools and calculators.
* Understanding of SEO principles and web performance optimization techniques.
* Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
* Experience with responsive design and mobile-first development.
* Knowledge of additional CMS platforms and e-commerce systems.
* Familiarity with server management and website security best practices.
* Prior experience working in a digital agency setting.
Compensation

$ 2,000 - $ 3,000 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 →