Senior Backend Developer

Placements24; Rustenburg; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work model

Performance bonuses

Health benefits

Professional development

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a motivated Senior Backend Developer to join its IT department in Rustenburg. You will design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs, ensuring performance, security, and reliability.

You will collaborate with front-end developers and system administrators to deliver scalable solutions. The role requires 5+ years of backend experience and proficiency in Python/Java/C#/Go, with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis and cloud exposure

Formación

• Minimum of 5 years of backend development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Python, Java, C#, or Go.
• Experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis.
• Familiar with RESTful API design and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Responsabilidades

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security.
• Write clean, well-documented, and tested code and participate in code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in development and production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions to ensure long-term maintainability.

Conocimientos

Python

Java

C#

Go

Herramientas

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Redis

AWS

Azure

GCP

Descripción del empleo

Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their growing IT department in Rustenburg . You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining efficient, reusable, and reliable server-side code. This role is crucial for developing and enhancing the core systems that support our client's business operations. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers and system administrators to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance, contributing to a technically challenging and rewarding work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, participating actively in code reviews.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues identified in development and production environments.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, ensuring the long-term maintainability of the codebase.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, C#, or Go.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A dynamic work environment in Rustenburg with a focus on innovation.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.