Senior Python/Django Engineer - Hybrid E-commerce Backend

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Performance incentives

Health benefits

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services using Python and the Django framework, building robust APIs for a fast-growing e-commerce platform.

The role requires 5+ years in backend development and strong database knowledge, with a hybrid work model in Sandton. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features, optimize performance, and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong Django framework expertise and ORM usage.
• Experience building RESTful APIs and database design.
• Good understanding of OOP and design patterns.
• Familiarity with Git and testing frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services with Python and Django.
• Build RESTful APIs for frontend and third-party use.
• Write clean, well-documented, testable code.
• Collaborate with product, design, and other engineers.
• Optimize performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers and share best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure coding standards.

Skills

Python

Django

REST APIs

OOP

SQL

Git

PyTest

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Software Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Django ORM

Git

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Sandton, Gauteng. You will design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services using Python and the Django framework, building robust APIs for a fast-growing e-commerce platform.

The role requires 5+ years in backend development and strong database knowledge, with a hybrid work model in Sandton. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver features, optimize performance, and mentor junior engineers.