Remote Senior Backend Engineer - API Development

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Stock options

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a fully remote fintech startup. Design, build, and maintain robust APIs, microservices, and scalable backend systems, mentoring peers and shaping architecture.

You will work with Go, Python, Node.js, or Java, manage databases (SQL/NoSQL), and implement CI/CD, security, and performance optimizations in a distributed cloud environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proven experience in designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Expertise in at least one backend programming language (Go, Python, Node.js, Java, Ruby).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs.
• Build and maintain robust database solutions (SQL and NoSQL) ensuring data integrity and security.
• Develop and manage microservices architecture and service integrations.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA to deliver features.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and participate in code reviews.

Skills

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Go

Python

Node.js

Java

SQL

NoSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud (AWS/GCP/Azure)

CI/CD

Security

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Redis

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading fintech startup, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join their fully remote, agile development team. This role is integral to designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure APIs that power their innovative financial products. You will be instrumental in shaping the backend architecture, driving best practices, and mentoring other engineers. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of server-side logic, database design, API development, and distributed systems. This remote-first position offers the unique opportunity to work on challenging problems with a talented global team, contributing to the future of finance from anywhere in South Africa.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs using languages like Go, Python, Node.js, or Java.
• Build and maintain robust database solutions (SQL and/or NoSQL) and ensure data integrity and security.
• Develop and manage microservices architecture and ensure seamless integration between services.
• Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA testers to deliver features and resolve issues.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code, adhering to coding standards and best practices.
• Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize applications for speed and scalability.
• Mentor junior backend engineers and contribute to code reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proven experience in designing and building RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Expertise in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Go, Python, Node.js, Java, Ruby).
• Strong understanding of database technologies, including SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Benefits

• This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, attractive stock options, and comprehensive health insurance.
• You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology with a passionate and collaborative team, enjoying significant autonomy and work-life balance.
• The company fosters a culture of continuous learning and provides resources for professional development, making it an ideal environment for ambitious engineers looking to make a significant impact.