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Full Stack Engineer

A full-stack engineer is a software specialist who works on both the frontend (user interface) and backend (application logic, APIs, databases) components. The role involves the end-to-end development of web or mobile applications - from implementing the interface design to server infrastructure and database integration - with the goal of delivering functional, high-performance, and scalable products.

Full-stack engineers frequently collaborate with UX/UI teams, DevOps, QA, and Product Management to turn business requirements into digital solutions delivered quickly and reliably.

Salary

The salary of a Full-Stack Engineer can vary depending on experience level and employment conditions. Actual compensation depends on skills and experience, and may often include bonuses, flexible working hours, remote options, and budgets for training or certifications.

Working hours

Typically full-time, with a standard work schedule (40 hours/ week). Periods of product delivery, releases, or critical bug fixes may require occasional overtime.

Remote work possibility

Depending on the company and the project, there may be opportunities for remote or hybrid work, with flexible arrangements.

Types of employers

Full-Sack engineers can work in:

  • Software development and IT companies

  • SaaS startups and technology platforms

  • Fintech, e-commerce, telecom, digital retail

  • Web and product development agencies

  • Public organizations or NGOs developing digital solutions

  • Innovation and technology research centers

Responsibilities

  • Developing the user interface (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and frameworks like React, Angular, Vue)

  • Implementing backend components: APIs, application services, business logic

  • Integrating databases and managing data flows (SQL or NoSQL)

  • Testing applications and fixing bugs

  • Collaborating with UX Designers to implement designs into functional applications

  • Participating in code reviews and adhering to code quality standards

  • Maintaining and optimizing existing applications

  • Integrating into CI/ CD pipelines and collaborating with DevOps for production deployment

  • Ensuring compliance with security and data protection principles (e.g. GDPR)

Skills

Technical skills

  • Frontend: HTML, CSS, JavaScript + modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).

  • Backend: Node.js, Python, Java, .NET or other server-side stacks

  • Databases: SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL (MongoDB).

  • APIs: REST, GraphQL.

  • Version control: Git and GitHub.

  • Cloud & DevOps: familiarity with AWS, Azure or GCP, CI/CD pipelines.

  • Testing: unit testing, debugging, quality assurance.

Soft skills

  • Problem-solving and logical thinking

  • Effective communication in multidisciplinary teams

  • Time management and prioritization

  • Attention to detail and professional discipline

  • Desire for continuous learning in a constantly evolving field

  • Collaborative work and results-oriented mindset

Qualifications

A person aiming to become a Full-Stack Engineer should have a university degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, mathematics, or related fields.

Practical experience can be gained through:

  • Internships

  • Personal or open-source projects

  • Coding bootcamps

  • Traineeships in software companies

Optional certifications:

  • Microsoft Azure Developer

  • AWS Developer Associate

  • Various frontend/ backend certifications

What else you can do

  • Specialization toward:

    • Senior Full-Stack Engineer

    • Technical Lead/ Team Lead

    • Software Architect

    • DevOps Engineer

    • Product Engineer

  • Participation in open-source projects in GitHub

  • Involvement in defining the organization’s technical and architectural standards

  • Mentoring junior developers

  • Obtaining cloud and platform development certifications

  • Attending technology conferences and hackathons

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