Principal Software Engineer (Backend)

Placements24; Gqeberha; Presencial; ZAR 1.800.000 - 2.800.000; Tempo integral

Benefícios oferecidos por esta vaga

Performance bonuses

Health insurance

Equity grants

Professional development

Retirement plan

Port Elizabeth team

Resumo da vaga

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead backend development for enterprise-grade systems. You will design scalable services, supervise a team of engineers, and set technical direction while collaborating with product and frontend teams.

The role requires 10+ years in software engineering, deep distributed systems expertise, and proficiency in Java, Python, or Go, plus cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) and Docker/Kubernetes.

Qualificações

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in professional software engineering with backend focus.
• Experience designing and building large-scale distributed systems.
• Proficiency in a major backend language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#).
• Deep understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases and data modeling.
• Cloud platforms experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) and microservices architecture.
• RESTful API design and consumption expertise.
• Strong software architecture knowledge and design patterns.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and development of scalable backend services and APIs.
• Architect complex systems and ensure robust design patterns.
• Mentor and lead engineers, promote best practices.
• Collaborate with product, frontend, and stakeholders to implement features.
• Optimize performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
• Ensure security and integrity of data and systems.
• Drive adoption of new technologies and development methodologies.
• Conduct code reviews and contribute to documentation.
• Troubleshoot complex production issues.

Conhecimentos

Backend development

Distributed systems

Leadership

RESTful APIs

Cloud platforms

Team mentoring

Formação

Master's degree in CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Descrição da vaga

About the Role

Join an innovative and rapidly growing SaaS company in Port Elizabeth as a Principal Software Engineer, specializing in backend development. Our client is at the forefront of developing sophisticated enterprise software solutions and seeks a highly experienced engineer to drive technical excellence and architectural innovation. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and scaling critical backend systems, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to high-level technical strategy. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on a growing platform, working with modern technologies and contributing to a culture of high performance and continuous learning. Your expertise will be crucial in shaping the future of our client's flagship product.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, reliable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Architect complex software systems, making critical technology choices and ensuring robust design patterns.
• Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code in languages such as Java, Python, or Go.
• Mentor and guide other software engineers, providing technical leadership and fostering best practices.
• Collaborate with product management, frontend engineers, and other stakeholders to define and implement features.
• Optimize application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
• Ensure the security and integrity of data and systems.
• Drive the adoption of new technologies and methodologies to improve development processes.
• Conduct thorough code reviews and contribute to technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in professional software engineering, with a strong focus on backend development.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and building large-scale, distributed systems.
• Expertise in at least one major backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#).
• Deep understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture.
• Proficiency in designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and significant performance-based bonuses.
• Top-tier health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options and equity grants.
• Extensive professional development and learning opportunities.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Vibrant team environment in Port Elizabeth .
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.