Remote Senior Software Engineer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & stock options

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

Remote work with professional dev &con

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join a remote-first engineering team. You will design, develop, and deploy complex software across the stack, mentor junior engineers, and drive architectural decisions in a distributed environment.

With 5+ years of experience and proficiency in Java, C++, Python, or Go, you will work on highly scalable systems using AWS/Azure/GCP, Docker, and Kubernetes, while collaborating with product managers and designers to deliver robust solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, C++, Python, or Go.
• Experience with developing highly scalable, distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and computer science fundamentals.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the stack.
• Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Architect scalable and robust software systems.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across various environments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their technical growth.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Distributed systems

Remote collaboration

Cloud concepts

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Java

C++

Python

Go

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

SQL/NoSQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge software development company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing complex software solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to architectural decisions. This role offers the chance to work on challenging projects, utilize the latest technologies, and collaborate with a talented, distributed team. If you are a passionate problem-solver with a deep understanding of software engineering principles and a desire to innovate, this is the perfect opportunity for you to excel in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve software across the stack.
• Manage individual project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Architect scalable and robust software systems.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across various environments.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering their technical growth.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering processes and best practices.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional software development experience.
• Proficiency in one or more general-purpose programming languages such as Java, C++, Python, or Go.
• Experience with developing highly scalable, distributed systems.
• Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and computer science fundamentals.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience with database technologies (SQL and NoSQL).
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.

Benefits

• This remote role offers a highly competitive salary, stock options, and a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working from home with opportunities for professional development, including attending conferences and pursuing certifications.
• Our client fosters a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and work-life balance, empowering engineers to do their best work from anywhere in the world.