Remote Senior Software Engineer (Backend)

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options or equity participation

Comprehensive private medical cover

Generous paid time off

Opportunities for continuous learning

Access to cutting-edge tools

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a pioneering fintech startup to hire a Senior Backend Software Engineer for a fully remote role across South Africa. You will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, APIs, and microservices, collaborating with frontend, product, and other stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of backend experience, proficiency in Python/Java/Go/Node.js, and solid knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, and Docker/Kubernetes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with AWS/Azure/GCP.
• Knowledge of RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Strong communication for remote collaboration and problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve backend software systems and services.
• Build scalable and high-performance APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and stakeholders to implement features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge within the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology choices.

Skills

Backend development

APIs & microservices

Cloud platforms

Languages: Python/Java/Go/Node.js

RESTful design

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

PostgreSQL

MongoDB

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering fintech startup with a global reach, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the development of cutting-edge financial technology solutions from the comfort of your home office, anywhere in South Africa . You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and robust backend systems, APIs, and microservices. The ideal candidate possesses a strong command of backend programming languages, databases, and cloud technologies, coupled with a passion for problem-solving and innovation in a fast-paced, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and improve backend software systems and services.
• Build scalable and high-performance APIs and microservices.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
• Write clean, efficient, well-documented, and maintainable code.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge with the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
• Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture.
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills for effective remote collaboration.
• Must be based in South Africa .

Benefits

• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.
• Competitive annual salary of R , commensurate with experience.
• Stock options or equity participation.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance.
• Generous paid time off and public holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in a leading tech company.
• Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies.