Remote Senior Backend Engineer

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,976,000 - 2,964,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options

Performance-based bonuses

Remote-friendly benefits package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs. You will work on high-performance systems, collaborating with a global team to implement features, optimize databases, and ensure robust testing and security.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in backend development, strong REST API, database, and cloud/containerization skills, and a passion for scalable architecture in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Expertise in RESTful API design and implementation.
• Proficiency with relational DBs (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and containers (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong understanding of microservices and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with CI/CD and agile development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, well-documented and tested code with modern backend languages.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and stakeholders to implement features.
• Manage and optimize database schemas and queries for performance.
• Implement and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; participate in code reviews.
• Contribute to architectural design discussions and tech decisions.
• Stay current with industry trends and propose improvements.

Skills

Backend development

RESTful APIs

Distributed systems

Microservices

CI/CD

Agile

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

AWS

Azure

GCP

REST APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a fast-growing SaaS company renowned for its innovative solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Senior Backend Engineer. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to work from anywhere while contributing to the development of scalable, high-performance backend systems. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the core services and APIs that power our cutting-edge platform. We are looking for a seasoned engineer with a deep understanding of backend architecture, database management, and a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code. As part of a globally distributed team, you will collaborate with talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, driving technological excellence and innovation. This role offers the ideal candidate the opportunity to shape the future of our product and work in a truly flexible and dynamic remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code using modern backend languages and frameworks.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
• Manage and optimize database schemas and queries for performance and integrity.
• Implement and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex issues in production environments.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and promoting best practices.
• Contribute to architectural design discussions and technology selection decisions.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, proposing solutions that enhance our platform.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Expertise in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js, C#).
• Strong experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
• Proficiency with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of software architecture patterns, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with agile development methodologies and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for effective remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• This fully remote role provides exceptional flexibility and the opportunity to work on challenging projects with a talented, international team.
• We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, offering ample opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• We are committed to providing our remote employees with the resources and support they need to thrive, ensuring a productive and engaging work experience from wherever they are located.