Senior E-commerce Platform Engineer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 2,297,000 - 3,281,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Annual bonus

Stock options

Global health coverage

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior E-commerce Platform Engineer to join its remote-first team. You will design scalable backend services, implement microservices, and collaborate with product and frontend teams to deliver high-performance ecommerce solutions.

You will work with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP), databases, CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, and mentor juniors while shaping the platform roadmap.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development with ecommerce focus.
• Experience building scalable backend services and APIs.
• Strong understanding of microservices, cloud infra, and data security.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable backend services and APIs for ecommerce platform.
• Architect features to improve performance, reliability, and user experience across the customer journey.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to integrate backend services.
• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity and security.
• Work with cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure/GCP) to deploy and manage applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to code reviews.

Skills

Python

Java

Node.js

Ruby

REST APIs

Microservices

CI/CD

Databases

Distributed systems

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading innovator in the digital commerce landscape, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior E-commerce Platform Engineer to join their globally distributed, remote-first team. This position is critical for the architecture, development, and maintenance of our robust e-commerce platform. You will be instrumental in designing scalable, high-performance solutions that enhance user experience and drive business growth. The ideal candidate is a seasoned software engineer with extensive experience in e-commerce technologies, cloud infrastructure, and a passion for building cutting-edge digital solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other engineers, to deliver high-quality software that meets complex business requirements. This role offers the opportunity to work on challenging projects with significant impact, from anywhere in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement scalable and robust backend services and APIs for our e-commerce platform.


• Architect and build features that improve performance, reliability, and user experience across the entire customer journey.


• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate backend services with user-facing applications.


• Optimize database performance and ensure data integrity and security.


• Work with cloud infrastructure (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) to deploy and manage applications.


• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.


• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments.


• Contribute to the technical roadmap and strategic planning for the e-commerce platform.


• Mentor junior engineers and promote knowledge sharing within the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.


• 7+ years of experience in software development, with a significant focus on e-commerce platforms.


• Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Python, Java, Node.js, or Ruby.


• Strong experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and distributed systems.


• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.


• Expertise in database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, NoSQL databases).


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code.


• Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.


• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.


• Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for remote team environments.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position, offering unparalleled flexibility to work from any location. Our client provides a highly competitive salary, annual bonus, and stock options. You will have access to state-of-the-art technology, extensive professional development resources, and opportunities to attend industry conferences. Benefits include comprehensive global health coverage, generous paid time off, and a supportive, inclusive work culture that embraces remote collaboration. Join a team that is shaping the future of e-commerce.