Backend Developer (Python/Django)

Placements24; Newlands; Hybrid; AUD 73,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Retirement contributions

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Backend Developer in Queenstown to design and maintain server-side applications using Python and Django. You will build robust APIs, work with frontend teams, and help scale core platform features.

You will review code, write tests, optimize queries, and participate in agile ceremonies. A bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 3+ years in Python/Django, and databases like PostgreSQL/MySQL are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years backend development with Python and Django.
• Experience with PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• RESTful API design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and the Django framework.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Python

Django

PostgreSQL

MySQL

RESTful APIs

Git

Agile

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Backend Developer proficient in Python and Django to join their growing technology team in Queenstown . This role focuses on building and maintaining robust server-side applications and APIs that power their core platform. You will work within an agile development environment, collaborating with frontend developers and product managers to deliver high-quality features and scalable solutions. The ideal candidate is passionate about writing clean, efficient code, enjoys solving complex technical problems, and is eager to contribute to the continuous improvement of their software offerings, ensuring reliability and performance for their users.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using Python and the Django framework.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in backend development with a strong focus on Python and Django .
• Proficiency in database technologies such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team in Queenstown .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A dynamic and collaborative team culture.
• Exposure to challenging projects in a growing industry.