Senior Software Engineer (Backend Focus)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer with a strong backend focus in Benoni, Gauteng. The role emphasizes high-availability backend systems, APIs, and scalable architectures within a hybrid work model.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of backend experience, proficiency in languages like Java, Python, C#, or Go, and familiarity with frameworks such as Spring Boot, Django, or .NET Core. Cloud and Docker experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of professional software development with backend focus.
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend language (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Go).
• Experience with frameworks (Spring Boot, Django, .NET Core).
• Relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of API design (REST, gRPC) and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain robust backend services and APIs.
• Architect scalable database solutions and ensure data integrity.
• Collaborate with frontend, product, and QA teams for quality software.
• Write clean, well-documented, and tested code; participate in code reviews.

Skills

Backend development

API design

Relational databases

NoSQL databases

Cloud platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering or related

Tools

Spring Boot

Django

.NET Core

Docker

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent innovator in the financial technology sector, is seeking a highly proficient Senior Software Engineer with a strong backend focus to join their team in Benoni, Gauteng . This role is essential for developing and enhancing the complex, high-availability systems that underpin our client's cutting-edge financial services. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in backend development, database management, and distributed systems, coupled with a commitment to writing clean, efficient, and scalable code. You will play a key role in architectural design and technical decision-making. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between focused individual work and collaborative team engagement in the Benoni office. Join a forward-thinking company that values technical excellence and offers significant opportunities for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Architect efficient and reliable database solutions, optimizing for performance and data integrity.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver seamless user experiences and functional applications.
• Write clean, well‑documented, and thoroughly tested code, adhering to high standards of quality and maintainability.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and mentoring junior engineers.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex technical issues across the backend stack.
• Optimize application performance and scalability to handle increasing user loads and data volumes.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of microservices architectures.
• Ensure the security and reliability of all backend systems.
• Stay updated with the latest backend technologies and industry best practices.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical strategy.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5+ years of experience in professional software development, with a significant focus on backend systems.
• Strong proficiency in at least one backend language such as Java, Python, C#, or Go.
• Experience with relevant frameworks (e.g., Spring Boot, Django, .NET Core).
• Expertise in designing and working with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of API design principles (RESTful, gRPC).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Knowledge of microservices architecture patterns.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary package aligned with industry standards.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development, including training, certifications, and conference attendance.
• A flexible hybrid work model designed to foster productivity and work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and paid sick leave.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• A stimulating work environment with challenging projects.
• Collaborative team culture focused on innovation.
• Clear career progression paths and performance-based advancement.
• Access to the latest technologies and development tools.