Senior Backend Developer

Placements24; Welkom; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual bonus

Hybrid work model

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Pension & disability cover

Professional development culture

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom is seeking a seasoned Senior Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain robust server-side applications and APIs for a growing FinTech platform. You will work with Java or Python, implement scalable data stores, and collaborate with frontend, product, and QA teams in a hybrid work setting.

The role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of professional backend development experience.
• Strong command of a major backend language (Java, Python, or C#) and related frameworks.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
• Familiarity with message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka) and caching (Redis) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable backend code.
• Develop and manage robust RESTful APIs for internal and external use.
• Implement data storage solutions with SQL/NoSQL databases, ensuring performance.
• Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and QA teams to deliver features.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or related field

Tools

Spring Boot

Django

.NET Core

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing FinTech company in Welkom , is looking for a seasoned Senior Backend Developer to enhance their core platform. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust server-side applications and APIs that handle complex financial transactions. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with modern technologies, contribute to critical business logic, and collaborate with a talented team in a dynamic industry. We are seeking an individual who is passionate about building scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems, and who values a collaborative work environment with flexible working arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code using languages like Java or Python.
• Develop and manage robust RESTful APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Implement data storage solutions, including relational databases and NoSQL stores, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality software features.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 5 years of professional experience in backend development .
• Strong command of a major backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, C#) and associated frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Django, .NET Core).
• Proficiency with database technologies such as SQL Server , PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Experience with message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka) and caching mechanisms (e.g., Redis) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus structure.
• Hybrid working model with a mix of office and remote days.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Pension fund and disability cover.
• A culture that encourages continuous learning and professional development.