Remote Senior Backend Engineer (Python/Django)

Placements24; Durban; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 200 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Home office stipend

Professional development budget

Career advancement opportunities

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with strong Python and Django expertise to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services for a remote-first SaaS team. You will build RESTful APIs, work with PostgreSQL/MySQL, and optimize performance in a fast-growing environment.

The role emphasizes asynchronous processing (Celery), containerization (Docker), and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure). Strong communication skills and remote collaboration are essential.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of backend development with Python.
• Strong Django experience and RESTful API design.
• Relational databases experience (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and ORM usage.
• Experience with asynchronous task queues (Celery).
• Familiarity with containers (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
• Git proficiency and remote collaboration skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging abilities.
• Clear communication for remote teamwork.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services with Python and Django.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs for frontend and third-party integrations.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems.
• Write clean, well-documented code following best practices.
• Implement robust database solutions with PostgreSQL/MySQL.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate across teams.
• Troubleshoot backend issues to ensure system stability.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology choices.
• Apply security best practices for backend systems.

Conhecimentos

Python

Django

REST APIs

PostgreSQL/MySQL

Celery

Docker

AWS/GCP/Azure

Git

Problem solving

Remote collaboration

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Ferramentas

Celery

Docker

Git

Cloud platforms

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a fast-growing SaaS company renowned for its innovative solutions, is looking for an exceptional Senior Backend Engineer specializing in Python and Django to join their fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge applications from the comfort of your home office, regardless of your physical location. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and efficient backend systems. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of backend architecture, database management, and API development, with a strong emphasis on Python. We are seeking a self-driven individual who thrives in an asynchronous communication environment and is committed to delivering high-quality code. This is a remote-first position, offering unparalleled flexibility and the chance to collaborate with a diverse, global team. We value autonomy, initiative, and a passion for building impactful software solutions. Join us and be part of a company that empowers its employees and fosters a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services using Python and Django.


• Build and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with frontend applications and third-party services.


• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.


• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices.


• Implement robust database solutions, focusing on efficiency and data integrity (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL).


• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and knowledge sharing.


• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers in an agile environment.


• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, ensuring system stability.


• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selections.


• Implement and maintain security best practices for backend systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• 5+ years of professional experience in backend development with a focus on Python.


• Strong expertise in the Django framework.


• Proven experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.


• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and ORM technologies.


• Experience with asynchronous task queues (e.g., Celery).


• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).


• Proficiency in version control systems, particularly Git.


• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.


• Strong communication skills for effective remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.


• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.


• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.


• Generous paid time off and holidays.


• Annual professional development budget for training, conferences, and certifications.


• Home office equipment stipend.


• Opportunities for rapid career advancement in a growing tech company.


• Collaborative and supportive remote work culture.


• Access to cutting-edge technologies and challenging projects.