Software Engineer - Backend

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options

Health insurance

Flexible working hours

Hybrid work model

Career growth

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg is seeking a motivated Software Engineer focused on backend development. You will build and scale core services powering our platform in a hybrid work setup, balancing remote work with in-office collaboration.

The role offers exciting technical challenges, opportunities to influence architecture, and meaningful growth within a fast-paced startup environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of backend software development experience.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms and containerization (Docker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend engineers to define features.
• Write clean, well-tested code following best practices.
• Optimize performance and database queries for scalability.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot bugs in development and production environments.

Skills

Backend development

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

Java

Go

Node.js

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Docker

AWS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly expanding tech startup in Randburg , is seeking a motivated Software Engineer with a focus on backend development. You will be a key contributor to building and scaling the core services that power our innovative platform. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on challenging technical problems, contribute to architectural decisions, and have a direct impact on the company's growth. The position offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to balance remote work with valuable in-office collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Collaborate with product managers and frontend engineers to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-tested code, following best practices and coding standards.
• Optimize application performance and database queries for efficiency and scalability.
• Participate actively in code reviews, offering and receiving constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs and performance issues in development and production environments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Hybrid work model providing a balance between remote and office work.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth in a fast-paced startup environment.
• A vibrant and inclusive company culture.