Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Placements24; Myrtle Beach (SC); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and performanceBonu

Hybrid work model

Comprehensive medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Generous annual leave

Modern office in East London

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our client’s development team in East London, Eastern Cape. You will design, build, and maintain robust server-side services and APIs, collaborating with product and frontend teams to deliver scalable digital experiences.

The role requires 5+ years of backend experience, strong proficiency in languages such as Python/Java/Node.js, and a track record with RESTful APIs, microservices, databases, and cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong knowledge of databases (SQL/NoSQL) and cloud familiarity.
• Proficient in a backend language (Python/Java/Node.js/C#).
• Experience in Agile environments and Git.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic.
• Manage databases (SQL and NoSQL) for data integrity and performance.
• Optimize apps for speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural decisions.
• Ensure security best practices are followed.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay updated on backend tech.

Skills

Backend languages

APIs & Microservices

Databases

Cloud platforms

Git

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or equivalent

Tools

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS / Azure / GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading e-commerce platform provider, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their innovative development team in East London, Eastern Cape. This is a crucial role where you will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining the robust server-side logic and APIs that power our client's cutting-edge digital products. You will work with a talented group of engineers and product managers to build scalable, high-performance applications. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of backend development principles, experience with modern programming languages and frameworks, and a passion for creating efficient and reliable software. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence architectural decisions, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to the success of a rapidly growing company in East London, Eastern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement and manage databases (SQL and NoSQL), ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software.
• Contribute to architectural design decisions and technical strategy.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices.
• Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in a relevant backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, C#) and associated frameworks.
• Experience designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of software testing principles and practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities, with experience in agile environments in East London, Eastern Cape.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work model to support work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact e-commerce solutions.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Generous annual leave.
• Modern office space in East London, Eastern Cape.
• Employee assistance program.