Remote Backend Engineer: Scalable APIs & Cloud

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 979,000 - 1,632,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and maintain server-side logic and APIs, collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver robust backend systems.

You should have at least 4 years of backend experience, proficiency in Python, Node.js, or Go, and solid knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, and containerization. This role offers flexibility and growth at a forward-thinking company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficiency in Python, Node.js, Java, or Go and related frameworks.
• Solid knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases, caching, and distributed systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms and containerization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend code using Python, Node.js, or Go.
• Build and integrate robust APIs (RESTful or GraphQL) for front-end and third parties.
• Optimize for speed, scalability, and security.
• Write clean, well-documented, tested code and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with frontend, product managers, and stakeholders on new features.
• Troubleshoot production issues to ensure high availability.

Skills

Backend development

Python/Node.js/Go

SQL/NoSQL databases

Cloud platforms

Containers

Code reviews

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud services (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a talented Backend Software Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, implement, and maintain server-side logic and APIs, collaborating with a cross-functional team to deliver robust backend systems.

You should have at least 4 years of backend experience, proficiency in Python, Node.js, or Go, and solid knowledge of SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, and containerization. This role offers flexibility and growth at a forward-thinking company.