Junior Backend Engineer - Build Scalable FinTech Systems

Placements24; Cape Town; Sur place; ZAR 240 000 - 360 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary package

Medical and dental aid coverage

Advanced training and certifications

Generous leave allowance

Pension fund contributions

Modern office in Cape Town location

Team social events and positive vibe

Access to latest development tools and

Career progression opportunities

Employee assistance program

Résumé du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a junior Backend Software Developer focused on server-side development. You will design, build, and maintain scalable backend services, while collaborating with frontend teams and product managers to deliver features.

Ideal candidates have a CS/SE degree and hands-on experience with Java, Python, Node.js, or C#, plus databases like PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB. The role offers learning, modern tooling, and a vibrant office in a prime Cape Town location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong knowledge of Java, Python, Node.js, or C#.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and Git.
• Understanding of testing and CI/CD practices.
• Strong analytical and teamwork skills.

Responsabilités

• Design, develop, and maintain backend code.
• Implement and manage database solutions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Develop and integrate APIs for seamless data exchange between services.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and robustness.
• Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to deliver new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure the security and performance of server-side applications.

Connaissances

Java

Python

Node.js

C#

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering

Outils

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Git

RESTful API design

CI/CD

AWS/Azure/GCP

Description du poste

Placements24 in Cape Town seeks a junior Backend Software Developer focused on server-side development. You will design, build, and maintain scalable backend services, while collaborating with frontend teams and product managers to deliver features.

Ideal candidates have a CS/SE degree and hands-on experience with Java, Python, Node.js, or C#, plus databases like PostgreSQL/MySQL/MongoDB. The role offers learning, modern tooling, and a vibrant office in a prime Cape Town location.