Backend Developer

CodeConnect Staffing (Pty) Ltd; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the medical devices industry is seeking a Backend Developer. The role involves developing, maintaining, and optimizing software solutions while leading projects and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have strong skills in API development and microservices with a commitment to high coding standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant software development experience.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to lead and prioritize tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-quality systems using reusable code.
• Lead the application lifecycle, including planning, development, and maintenance.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team growth.

Skills

API development

Microservices

SQL

Golang

Docker

AWS / Azure

CI / CD

debugging across multiple systems

Education

Certificate in Programming

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Job Specifics : Industry : Medical Devices Employment Type : Full-time Work Model : Hybrid (On-site for first 3 months of employment, thereafter hybrid) Overview : The Backend Developer will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and optimizing software solutions.

The role involves leading projects, ensuring high-quality code, and implementing best practices.

The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and efficient solutions.

Key Responsibilities : Design, develop, and maintain high-quality systems using reusable code.

Adhere to best practices and coding standards.

Lead the application lifecycle, including planning, development, and maintenance.

Create user stories, estimates, and project plans.

Ensure thorough testing, performance benchmarking, and issue resolution across interconnected systems.

Manage DevOps processes and Infrastructure as Code.

Ensure smooth deployments and system integrations.

Work closely with team members and stakeholders.

Mentor junior developers and contribute to team growth.

Ensure that all products meet regulatory compliance standards (e.g., FDA, CE, ISO) and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.

Skills and Requirements : API development, Microservices, SQL, Golang, Docker, AWS / Azure, CI / CD, and debugging across multiple systems.

C# and Python Programming Skills Education : Certificate in Programming (essential), Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering (desirable).

Experience : 5+ years of relevant software development experience.

Competencies : Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

Ability to lead and prioritize tasks effectively.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Commitment to high standards and continuous improvement.