Remote Software Developer (Backend)

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a remote Backend Software Developer to design, build, and maintain robust server-side services and APIs for our cutting-edge applications. You will collaborate with a distributed team, focus on performance, scalability, and data modeling with PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB, and implement RESTful APIs using Python, Node.js, Java, Go, or C#.

4+ years of experience required. This fully remote role offers flexible hours, competitive compensation, and opportunities to work on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in CS/engineering.
• 4+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficient in at least one backend language (Python/Node.js/Java/Go/C#).

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and RESTful APIs.
• Write clean, tested, well-documented code with reviews.
• Optimize performance and data queries for speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with frontend to integrate server-side logic.
• Manage database schemas and efficient data storage.
• Troubleshoot and ensure system stability and reliability.

Skills

Backend development

RESTful APIs

Python

Node.js

Java

Go

C#

Database design

Git

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Django

Express

Spring

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented and experienced Remote Software Developer (Backend) to join their engineering team. This role is focused on designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and APIs that power their innovative applications. You will work in a fully remote capacity, collaborating with a distributed team of engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional software solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for a backend specialist who is passionate about building efficient and reliable server-side logic and thrives in a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring).
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, ensuring high quality through rigorous testing and code reviews.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for speed and scalability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Manage database schemas and ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, contributing to system stability and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go, C#).
• Strong experience with backend frameworks and building RESTful APIs.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) and data modeling.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and cloud platforms is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
• Budget for professional development, including courses and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on challenging projects with a global team.
• A culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.