Senior Software Developer - Backend

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Collaborative team in Kimberley

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Developer (Backend) in Kimberley to design, build, and maintain high-quality server-side applications. You will work with engineers to implement scalable backend services and APIs, ensuring reliability and performance.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of backend experience, a degree in CS or related field, proficiency in Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, RESTful design, and Git.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in CS/engineering.
• 5+ years of professional backend software development experience.
• Proficiency in backend languages such as Java, Python, C#, or Node.js.
• Strong knowledge of relational (SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Experience designing RESTful APIs and using Git in agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality backend services and APIs.
• Optimize performance, database interactions, and system architecture for scalability.
• Write clean, maintainable code with established standards.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend developers to translate requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across dev, test, and production environments.

Skills

Backend development

RESTful APIs

SQL/NoSQL databases

Agile methodologies

Code reviews & mentorship

Git version control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Python

C#

Node.js

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and motivated Senior Software Developer specializing in backend systems. This role is based in Kimberley and is essential for developing robust, scalable, and efficient server-side applications. You will work closely with a team of talented engineers to design, implement, and maintain the core logic that drives our products. If you have a strong command of backend technologies, a passion for writing clean code, and enjoy solving complex technical challenges, this position offers a great opportunity for professional growth and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality backend services and APIs.
• Optimize application performance, database interactions, and system architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code using established coding standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend developers to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, offering constructive feedback and mentorship to junior developers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development, testing, and production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Node.js).
• Strong understanding of relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g., Git).

Benefits

• Competitive salary and regular performance-based reviews.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment in Kimberley .
• Chance to work on impactful projects with a growing company.