Senior Backend Developer - FinTech

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Backend Developer to join our FinTech team in Paarl. You will shape secure, scalable backend systems powering innovative financial products, working across payments, data processing, and security.

You will design RESTful services using Java or Python, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor peers in a fast-paced, hybrid work environment in Paarl. Prior FinTech backend experience is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of backend software development experience, with a focus on FinTech.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, or Go and related frameworks.
• Strong relational DB knowledge (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and microservices experience.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and integrating with external services.
• Security best practices in web app development and financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs using Java or Python.
• Build and maintain secure financial transaction processing systems and ensure data integrity.
• Optimize performance, queries, and architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and QA to deliver high-quality software.
• Write clean, tested code and participate in reviews and architecture discussions.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards in FinTech.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

REST APIs

Security best practices

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Microservices

Cloud basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Spring Boot

Django

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing FinTech company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to join their team in Paarl . This role is critical in developing and maintaining the robust, secure, and scalable backend systems that power their innovative financial products and services. You will be part of a dynamic engineering culture, working on complex challenges related to payments, security, and data processing. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced developer to make a significant impact in the evolving FinTech landscape and contribute to building the future of digital finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement high-performance, scalable backend services and APIs using Java or Python and related frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Django).
• Build and maintain secure financial transaction processing systems and ensure data integrity.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Write clean, well-tested, and maintainable code, participating actively in code reviews and architectural discussions.
• Ensure compliance with industry security standards and regulations within the FinTech sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development , with a strong emphasis on financial technology.
• Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java , Python , or Go , and experience with relevant frameworks.
• Solid understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL , MySQL) and experience with microservices architecture.
• Experience with building and consuming RESTful APIs and integrating with third-party services.
• Strong knowledge of security best practices in web application development and experience with financial systems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and attractive bonus structure based on performance.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development, including advanced training and certifications.
• A hybrid work model offering a balance of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration in Paarl .
• Engaging work on cutting-edge FinTech solutions in a fast-paced environment.