Senior Backend Developer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Paid time off

Remote work

Professional development

Team culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join a fully remote engineering team. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-performance backend systems powering innovative applications.

Work on challenging projects and influence architectural decisions in a flexible remote environment. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering and 5+ years of backend experience, with proficiency in Python, Node.js, Java, or Go, plus strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, MySQL, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language (Python, Node.js, Java, Go).
• Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB and ORM frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient backend code with scalable architecture.
• Develop and manage robust APIs and microservices for applications.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security.
• Integrate server-side logic with front-end elements and services.
• Write clean, well-documented code, participate in reviews and pair programming.
• Collaborate with product managers and engineers to implement features.

Skills

Python/Node.js/Java

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Docker/Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

ORM frameworks

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Backend Developer to join their dynamic, fully remote engineering team. You will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems that power innovative applications. This role offers the chance to work on challenging projects, collaborate with talented engineers, and contribute to architectural decisions, all within a supportive and flexible remote work environment. If you are passionate about building robust, efficient backend solutions and thrive in a collaborative, results-driven culture, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code using languages like Python, Node.js, or Java.
• Develop and manage robust APIs and microservices for various application functionalities.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Integrate user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, participating actively in code reviews and pair programming sessions.
• Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to define and implement new features and enhancements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go).
• Experience with database technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and related ORM frameworks.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and conferences.
• A collaborative and innovative remote team culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.