Senior Software Engineer - Backend

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Flexible remote work

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable server-side applications and APIs. You will work closely with product managers, front-end engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.

We value strong architecture, database mastery, and best practices in coding. The role offers remote flexibility and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional backend experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java, Python, or Go.
• Deep understanding of SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB).
• Experience with microservices, messaging queues, and caching.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Docker.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using Java, Python, or Go.
• Develop and implement robust RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Integrate with various data sources, databases, and third‑party services.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Participate in code reviews and share knowledge with the team.

Skills

Java

Python

Go

REST APIs

Microservices

Databases

Cloud platforms

Docker

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Docker

AWS

Azure

GCP

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Software Engineer with a specialization in Backend development to join their expanding team in Bloemfontein . You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, scalable, and reliable server-side applications and APIs. This role requires a strong understanding of software architecture, database management, and best practices in coding. You will collaborate closely with product managers, front-end engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver robust solutions that meet business needs. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled engineer to contribute to key product features and influence technical direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable code using Java, Python, or Go.
• Develop and implement robust RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Integrate with various data sources, databases, and third-party services.
• Optimize applications for performance, scalability, and security.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Java, Python, Node.js, Go).
• Deep understanding of database technologies, both SQL (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB).
• Experience with microservices architecture, message queues, and caching mechanisms.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker).

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including access to training and conferences.
• Flexible work arrangements, including a fully remote option.