Remote Senior Software Engineer - FinTech Solutions

Placements24; Vereeniging; Híbrido; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Stock options

Health insurance

Remote work flexibility

Professional development budget

Global collaboration culture

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for a fully remote engineering team. You’ll design, develop, test, and deploy scalable fintech applications used globally. Expect collaboration with cross-functional teams in an agile environment and mentorship for junior engineers.

The role emphasizes full-stack capabilities with a strong focus on software architecture, best practices, and delivering high-quality code from anywhere. Prior fintech exposure is a plus.

Qualificações

• Requires 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Back-end and/or front-end development focus expected.
• Proficiency in modern languages and frameworks (Java, Python, Go, C#, JS, React).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases; microservices and containers.

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications and APIs.
• Write clean, well-documented code using Java, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, React.
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to translate needs into solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and implement automated testing strategies.

Conhecimentos

Java

Python

Go

C#

JavaScript

React

Formação académica

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Engineering

Ferramentas

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

AWS/Azure/GCP

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing FinTech company, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior 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 used by a global customer base. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying robust and scalable software applications. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, in an agile environment. This role is entirely remote, offering unparalleled flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. We are looking for a passionate technologist with a strong background in full-stack development, a deep understanding of software architecture, and a proven ability to deliver high-quality code. If you are driven by innovation and thrive in a dynamic, remote-first culture, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable, and secure web applications and APIs.
• Write clean, well-documented, and efficient code using relevant programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript, Node.js, React).
• Collaborate with product managers and designers to understand user needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices.
• Develop and implement automated testing strategies to ensure application reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across the technology stack.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical expertise within the team.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, and propose improvements to our existing systems.
• Actively participate in agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 6 years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on back-end and/or front-end development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, Go, C#) and associated frameworks.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), including design and optimization.
• Experience with microservices architecture, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Knowledge of financial services, trading systems, or payment processing is a strong advantage.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a remote team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and stock options.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Professional development budget for conferences, courses, and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful FinTech projects.
• Access to a supportive and collaborative remote engineering community.
• Regular virtual team-building events and social activities.