Remote Senior Backend Developer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 1,479,000 - 2,793,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their fully remote engineering team. You will architect, develop, and maintain server-side logic and databases powering critical applications, focusing on scalability, performance, and security.

The role offers an independent, remote work environment with opportunities to tackle challenging problems and collaborate with a global engineering team, contributing to robust, efficient systems from the ground up.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of proven backend development experience.
• Strong skills in at least one backend language and related frameworks.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and data modeling.
• Familiar with cloud platforms and containerization technologies.
• Understanding of scalable architecture and security practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable backend code.
• Develop and manage robust APIs, microservices, and data layers.
• Optimize apps for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend and stakeholders to integrate server logic.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure quality.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade systems in production.

Skills

Backend development

APIs & microservices

SQL & NoSQL databases

Cloud platforms

Unit testing

Security best practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

AWS

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their fully remote engineering team. In this role, you will architect, develop, and maintain the server-side logic and databases that power critical applications. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging problems related to scalability, performance, and security. This position is ideal for a dedicated backend specialist who thrives in an independent, remote work environment and is passionate about building robust, efficient, and scalable systems from the ground up, contributing to a culture that values innovation and collaboration across geographical boundaries.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using modern backend technologies.
• Develop and manage robust APIs, microservices, and data persistence layers.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and other stakeholders to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and system stability.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems, providing timely resolutions to production issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, C#) and relevant frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of database systems (SQL and NoSQL), including design, optimization, and management.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies.
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind scalable applications and security best practices.

Benefits

• Excellent compensation package including a competitive salary and potential bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement allowing for global flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous allowance for professional development, including courses and certifications.
• Access to a collaborative and supportive global engineering team.