Senior Backend Developer - Microservices

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible hours

Professional growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to join our distributed engineering team. The role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to scalable microservices and high-performance backend systems from anywhere.

You will design, build, and maintain APIs (RESTful, gRPC), deploy resilient services, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a remote setting. A strong background in Java, Python, Go, or Node.js and experience with Docker/Kubernetes are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional backend development experience with microservices.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with distributed systems, event queues like Kafka or RabbitMQ, and containerization using Docker/Kubernetes.
• Solid database design with SQL and NoSQL and caching strategies.
• Excellent communication for remote teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy scalable microservices.
• Build robust APIs (RESTful, gRPC) for internal and external use.
• Ensure performance, security, and reliability improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fully remote setting.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural discussions.
• Contribute to technical roadmap planning.

Skills

5+ years backend

Microservices

Java

Python

Go

Node.js

Kafka

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer with extensive experience in Microservices architecture to join their distributed engineering team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute to the development of scalable, resilient, and high-performance backend systems from anywhere. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining complex microservices, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced developer who thrives in a remote setting, enjoys tackling challenging architectural problems, and wants to contribute to a collaborative, forward-thinking technology company.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust and scalable microservices using modern backend technologies.
• Build and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code adhering to best practices.
• Develop and manage APIs (RESTful, gRPC) for inter-service communication and external integrations.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including front-end developers, product managers, and QA engineers, in a remote setting.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and contribute to technical roadmap planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with significant experience in microservices architecture.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Java, Python, Go, or Node.js.
• Experience with distributed systems, message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ), and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid understanding of database design (SQL and NoSQL) and caching mechanisms.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for effective remote teamwork.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work hours.
• Opportunities for professional growth, learning, and skill development.
• A supportive and inclusive remote team culture focused on innovation and collaboration.