Senior Backend Engineer - Cloud Native

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & development

Clear career progression

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join the IT department in Rustenburg. You will design, build, and maintain cloud-native backend services and APIs, working closely with DevOps and product teams to deliver scalable solutions.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in backend development, proficiency in Java/Go/Python, and hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes in microservices architectures. On-site role with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of backend development experience, with cloud focus.
• Proficiency in Java, Go or Python and container orchestration.
• Strong understanding of microservices, databases, and messaging systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy backend services and APIs.
• Optimize performance and reliability in cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps teams to deliver solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and architectural decisions.
• Troubleshoot production issues and maintain documentation.

Skills

Backend development

Cloud environments

Java/Go/Python

Docker

Kubernetes

Microservices

Databases & messaging

On-site collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a motivated Senior Backend Engineer to join their established IT department located in Rustenburg . In this role, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining scalable, cloud-native applications that are critical to the company's operations. You will work within a collaborative team environment, contributing to the design and implementation of robust backend systems. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to grow their skills in a challenging and supportive setting, working on complex projects that have a direct impact on the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy backend services and APIs using modern cloud-native technologies and best practices.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability for cloud environments such as AWS or Azure .
• Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and technical decision-making processes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments, ensuring minimal downtime.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for code, systems, and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development, with a strong focus on cloud environments.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language such as Java , Go, or Python.
• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
• Solid understanding of microservices architecture, relational and non-relational databases, and message queuing systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in an on-site team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package with annual reviews and potential bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Access to ongoing training and professional development programs.
• A structured work environment with clear career progression paths.