Senior Backend Engineer (Remote)

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop and scale server-side logic and APIs for a globally distributed SaaS platform. This fully remote role offers collaboration with an international engineering team and opportunities to impact thousands of users worldwide from your home office.

You will work with Node.js, Python or Go, optimize databases and cloud infrastructure, participate in code reviews, and mentor junior engineers in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, Engineering or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in Node.js, Python or Go and relevant frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, well-documented code using modern languages and frameworks.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver seamless experiences.
• Optimize performance, queries, and architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers in a remote setting.

Skills

Backend development

Node.js

Python

Go

SQL

NoSQL

Cloud platforms

Docker

Distributed systems

Code reviews

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a globally distributed SaaS company, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic, fully remote engineering team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and scaling the server-side logic and APIs that power our innovative platform. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented international team, and contribute to a product used by thousands of users worldwide, all from the comfort of your home office. We are committed to fostering a supportive and productive remote work culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js , Python, Go).
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for scalability and reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical discussions, and mentor junior engineers in a remote setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development .
• Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Node.js , Python, or Go, and experience with relevant frameworks.
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), caching strategies, and distributed systems.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker) is highly preferred.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary with remote work flexibility and potential for bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work with a global team on cutting-edge technologies.
• A strong remote-first culture that emphasizes collaboration, autonomy, and work-life balance.