Senior Backend Engineer South Africa

Xcede Group; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcede Group is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to lead a high-performing team. You will design, implement, and scale backend services with a focus on clean APIs and robust cloud infrastructure. You will mentor colleagues, participate in SDLC, and ensure quality through unit and automated testing.

The role is remote, collaborating with an international team. Candidates should have 8+ years as a developer, including 3 years in a lead role, and experience with Google Cloud Platform Cloud

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a software developer, with at least 3 years in a lead role.
• Proficient with Google Cloud Platform Cloud Functions, Node, and TypeScript.
• Experience with NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Writing and implementing clean, readable code based on requirements.
• Collaboration and mentoring with the development team.
• Developing application programming interfaces (APIs).
• Routinely testing platforms for speed and quality.
• Investigating and fixing bugs and defects.
• Involvement with unit and automated testing.

Skills

Google Cloud Platform Cloud Functions

Node.js

TypeScript

NoSQL Databases

Tools

APIs

Job description

Senior Backend Developer

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Backend Developer who has a deep understanding of the SDLC and has the ability to guide and mentor a high-performing development team.

This role requires a motivated individual who is never afraid to get their hands dirty; no task should be too small, with a passion for scaling tech products.

Technical Responsibilities:

• Writing & implementing clean, readable & comprehensive code based on requirements.
• Collaboration and mentoring with the development team on projects.
• Developing application programming interfaces (APIs).
• Routinely testing platforms for ease of use, speed, and other quality factors.
• Investigating & fixing bugs, faults, and defects.
• Involvement with Unit / Automating Testing.

Experience Requirements:

• More than 8 years of experience as a Senior Developer, 3 of which must be in a lead role.
• Proficient with Google Cloud Platform (or similar) Cloud Functions, Node, and TypeScript.
• Experience with NoSQL databases.

The position will be remote working with an international team. For further information about this position please apply.