Remote Senior Software Developer (Telecom Backend)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary and incentives

Health insurance

Retirement savings contribution

Professional development (online) and

Home office stipend

Access to latest dev tools

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Senior Software Developer with a strong backend focus to join a globally distributed team. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and APIs, working with Python, Java, Go, or Node.js, and collaborating with product managers and other developers.

The role emphasizes autonomous work in a fully remote environment within South Africa, with opportunities to contribute to architecture decisions and drive performance improvements across telecom backend

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field.
• 6+ years of backend software development experience.
• Experience building large-scale distributed systems.
• Proficiency in Python, Java, Go or Node.js.
• Strong knowledge of microservices and RESTful APIs.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, maintainable code in Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic with UI.
• Manage data storage with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Develop and maintain automated tests (unit, integration, e2e).
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot production issues to ensure uptime and performance.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Optimize performance and scalability of services.
• Stay updated with backend trends and best practices.

Skills

Backend development

Distributed systems

Microservices

RESTful API design

CI/CD

Debugging

Remote communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Python

Java

Go

Node.js

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Cassandra

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a forward-thinking technology firm specializing in innovative solutions for the telecommunications sector. We are currently seeking a talented and experienced Remote Senior Software Developer with a strong backend focus to join our globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere within South Africa . You will be instrumental in developing and scaling our core backend systems that power cutting-edge telecom services. This role requires a proactive individual who thrives in an autonomous work environment and possesses exceptional coding skills. You will collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and other developers to deliver high-quality, robust, and scalable software solutions. If you are passionate about backend development and eager to make a significant impact in the telecom industry from the comfort of your home office, this is the opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable and reliable backend services and APIs for telecommunications applications.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in languages such as Python, Java, or Go.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement and manage database solutions (SQL and NoSQL) for data storage and retrieval.
• Develop and maintain automated testing suites (unit, integration, end-to-end) to ensure software quality.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology selection decisions.
• Optimize application performance and scalability.
• Stay updated with the latest backend development trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proven experience developing large-scale distributed systems.
• Expertise in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Node.js).
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful API design.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proficiency in working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Solid understanding of containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Strong communication skills, comfortable working in a remote, asynchronous environment.

Benefits

• As a fully remote employee, you will enjoy unparalleled flexibility and work-life balance.
• Our client offers a highly competitive remuneration package, including a generous base salary and performance-based incentives.
• We provide a comprehensive health insurance plan, a retirement savings contribution, and opportunities for ongoing professional development, including online courses and conference attendance.
• You will have access to the latest development tools and technologies.
• The company culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and employee well-being, regardless of location.
• We also provide a home office stipend to ensure you have a productive and comfortable remote workspace.