Senior Backend Developer

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Professional growth opportunities

Paid time off

On-site in Vereeniging

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging seeks a seasoned Senior Backend Developer to design and optimize server-side logic, APIs, and data contracts. You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with frontend, product, and ops, and help shape the technical architecture.

The role requires 5+ years in backend development, proficiency in Python/Java/C#/Go, PostgreSQL/MySQL, RESTful APIs, and cloud platforms with Docker experience. On-site in Vereeniging, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional backend software development experience.
• Proficiency in at least one modern backend language (Python, Java, C#, or Go) and associated frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases.
• Experience with RESTful API design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend APIs and services using modern languages and frameworks.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for speed and efficiency.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, adhering to high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems, ensuring smooth operation and stability.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and promoting best practices.

Skills

Backend development

API design

Cloud platforms

Docker

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Docker

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Developer to join their thriving team in Vereeniging. This role is pivotal in developing and enhancing the server-side logic and database interactions of their core applications. You will be instrumental in designing scalable, high-performance APIs, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the backend systems. Collaborating closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders, you will contribute to the full software development lifecycle, from conception to deployment. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced developer to take on complex challenges, mentor junior engineers, and significantly impact the technical architecture and direction of innovative software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend APIs and services using modern languages and frameworks.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for speed and efficiency.
• Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, adhering to high-quality standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems, ensuring smooth operation and stability.
• Participate actively in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and promoting best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend language such as Python, Java, C#, or Go, and associated frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and experience with NoSQL databases.
• Experience with RESTful API design principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker) is a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package, benchmarked against industry standards.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and attending industry conferences.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowances.
• Work in a dynamic and collaborative environment in Vereeniging.