SATIC - Back End Developer (Manager)

South African Technology & Innovation Centre (SATIC) is the latest part of PwC, a global brand delivering services for the biggest clients in the world. PwC leads the way in human led, technology enabled professional services, working with clients to transform their business and make it fit for the future.

We are looking for candidates who bring in-depth market experience, who see technology as a way to enable and drive human innovation and who want to be a part of a community of solvers, to tackle the biggest challenges in society.

If you are looking for a career where every day is different, where challenges are complex and where you can make a real difference, then we want to hear from you. By choosing to join SATIC, you are choosing to work with teams all over the world, harnessing the power of world leading tech and making a difference to real people’s lives.

Requirements:

Qualifications / Certifications:

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

Experience & Skills:

1. Proven experience as a Back End Developer or similar role.
2. Proficiency in server-side languages such as Python, Java, Ruby, PHP, or Node.js.
3. Experience with database technologies like MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or SQL Server.
4. Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) is a plus.
5. Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
6. Understanding of RESTful API design and implementation.
7. Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus.
8. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
9. Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
10. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively.
11. Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and maintain server-side logic: Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code to ensure the best possible performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
2. Database management: Design and optimize database schemas, write complex queries, and ensure data integrity and security.
3. API integration: Develop and maintain RESTful APIs to support front-end functionality and third-party integrations.
4. Collaborate with front-end developers: Work closely with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
5. Troubleshoot and debug: Identify and fix bugs, performance bottlenecks, and other issues in a timely manner.
6. Security: Implement security and data protection measures to safeguard sensitive information.
7. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for new and existing features.
8. Stay updated: Keep up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices.