Senior Backend Engineer - Hybrid/Remote, Scalable APIs

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 in Midrand is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems. You will work with frontend, product managers, and QA to deliver robust software.

The role requires 5+ years of backend experience, proficiency in Python/Java/Node.js/Go, and strong DB/API skills, with hybrid on-site and remote collaboration in Gauteng.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficient in Python, Java, Node.js, or Go.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• RESTful API design and implementation.
• Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Microservices architecture and design patterns.
• Containerization with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.
• Experience with agile development methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy robust backend services and APIs using modern languages and frameworks.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic with UI.
• Manage and optimize database performance, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Write clean, well-documented, thoroughly tested code.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing software systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team.
• Ensure scalability, performance, and security of backend services.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry best practices.

Skills

Backend development

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Cloud platforms

SQL/NoSQL database design

CI/CD practices

Problem solving

Communication

Agile methodologies

Code reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Git

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

PostgreSQL/MySQL

MongoDB/Cassandra

Job description

Placements24 in Midrand is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer to design, implement, and maintain scalable backend systems. You will work with frontend, product managers, and QA to deliver robust software.

The role requires 5+ years of backend experience, proficiency in Python/Java/Node.js/Go, and strong DB/API skills, with hybrid on-site and remote collaboration in Gauteng.