Fullstack Developer
The most versatile profile. Masters both frontend and backend, ideal for startups.
Fullstack Developer
The Fullstack Developer is the dream profile for startups: someone who can build a complete product without depending on multiple teams. In today's market, with frameworks like Next.js blurring the line between frontend and backend, this role has become even more relevant. Companies value rapid prototyping ability, product vision, and technical autonomy. It's the natural path for those who eventually want to become CTOs or technical co-founders.
Skills
LinkedIn Optimization
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Show your versatility with end-to-end projects
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Highlight that you can build a complete product from start to finish
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Share case studies of projects where you touched the full stack
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Connect with startup founders looking for full-stack profiles
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Mention experience with deploys, CI/CD and monitoring
CV & Resume
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Organize your CV into Frontend, Backend, and Infrastructure sections
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Show end-to-end projects with your specific role
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Quantify business impact, not just technical impact
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Highlight your ability to work in small, autonomous teams
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Include experience with agile methodologies
Outreach Strategy
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Focus on startups that need T-shaped profiles
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Demonstrate you can move complete features from idea to production
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Share a personal project that demonstrates your full-stack capability
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Mention that you understand product, not just technology
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Offer to contribute with a small fix or improvement as proof
Interview Prep
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Prepare an end-to-end project you can demonstrate live
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Practice both frontend coding and system design
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Show curiosity about the product and business side
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Have examples of technical trade-offs you've made
A day as Fullstack Developer
You start the day prioritizing tickets with product. You implement a complete new feature: design the database, build the API, create UI components, write tests, and deploy it. You participate in design sprints and technical roadmap planning.
Career Path
Common mistakes
Presenting yourself as "knows a bit of everything" instead of "expert at delivering"
Not demonstrating depth in any area
Not having visible end-to-end projects
Ignoring DevOps and deployment on your profile
Not adapting to each company's needs
Essential tools
FAQ
Average salary for a Fullstack Developer?
The average salary for a Fullstack Developer in Europe ranges between 50K - 90K EUR. This varies by experience, location, and company type.
Key skills for a Fullstack Developer?
Main technical skills: React/Next.js, Node.js, TypeScript, SQL, Cloud. Soft skills like communication and teamwork are equally important.
Career path for a Fullstack Developer?
Typical path: Junior Fullstack Developer > Mid Fullstack Developer > Senior Fullstack Developer > Tech Lead > Startup CTO > Technical Co-Founder.