Senior Backend Software Engineer

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Retirement fund

Professional development opportunities

On-site Mossel Bay office

Generous paid time off

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Mossel Bay, Western Cape is seeking a Senior Backend Software Engineer to design, build, and optimize scalable backend systems and APIs. The role emphasizes clean code, architecture, security, and collaborative problem-solving in a team-driven on-site environment.

You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to architecture discussions, and ensure high performance and reliability of services, with a strong focus on best practices and code quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Backend Software Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages (Python, Java, Node.js, C#, Go).
• Extensive experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of API design (RESTful, GraphQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with Git and CI/CD practices.
• Excellent problem-solving and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs.
• Build and optimize database schemas and queries for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic.
• Implement security and data protection best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to architectural discussions.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge.
• Optimize applications for speed and scalability.

Skills

Backend engineering

Mentoring

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Python

Java

Node.js

C#

Go

PostgreSQL

MySQL

SQL Server

MongoDB

Redis

REST

GraphQL

AWS

Azure

GCP

Git

CI/CD

Job description

About the Role

WhatJobs Direct is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Software Engineer to join our dedicated team in Mossel Bay, Western Cape . This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the design and development of robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems that power our innovative products. You will work within a collaborative environment, applying your expertise in server-side logic, database management, and API development to build cutting-edge solutions. We are looking for a problem-solver with a passion for clean code, best practices, and driving technical excellence. This role requires a strong understanding of architectural patterns and the ability to mentor junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code for backend services and APIs.
• Build and optimize database schemas and queries for performance and scalability.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Implement security and data protection best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and stability.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and technology decisions.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Mentor junior engineers and share technical knowledge within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience as a Backend Software Engineer or similar role.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, C#, Go).
• Extensive experience with relational database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
• Solid understanding of API design principles (RESTful, GraphQL).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Familiarity with version control systems, especially Git.
• Knowledge of software development best practices, including testing, code reviews, and CI/CD.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, on-site environment in Mossel Bay, Western Cape .

Benefits

• At WhatJobs Direct , we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package.
• This position includes a competitive salary, medical aid contributions, and a retirement fund.
• We provide opportunities for professional development, including access to training and workshops.
• You’ll work in a supportive and collaborative office environment located in beautiful Mossel Bay, Western Cape .
• Enjoy ample paid time off and the chance to be part of a company that is committed to innovation and employee growth.
• We believe in fostering a positive work culture where your contributions are recognized and rewarded.