Senior Software Engineer (Backend, Microservices)

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Equity options

Professional development

Modern office facilities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (Backend) to design, build, and deploy scalable microservices for a fast-growing logistics tech startup in Randburg, Gauteng. You will engineer robust APIs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive performance and security across distributed systems.

The role requires 5+ years in backend development, proficiency in Go/Java/Python, and strong knowledge of cloud platforms and containerization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend software development experience.
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend microservices.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Go, Java, or Python.
• Architect and implement robust APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Optimize application performance and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.
• Implement security best practices and ensure data integrity.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across distributed systems.
• Contribute to the evolution of our technology stack and development best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Skills

Go

Java

Python

Distributed systems

REST APIs

CI/CD

Cloud platforms

Docker

Kubernetes

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Kafka

RabbitMQ

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a rapidly growing tech startup revolutionizing the logistics industry, is looking for a Senior Software Engineer specializing in backend microservices to join their innovative team in Randburg, Gauteng . This role is critical in designing, developing, and deploying scalable, resilient, and high-performance backend systems that underpin our cutting-edge logistics platform. You will work with modern technologies and methodologies, contributing to the architecture and implementation of new features and services. The ideal candidate possesses a strong foundation in software engineering principles, a deep understanding of microservices architecture, and extensive experience with relevant programming languages and cloud platforms. We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where individual contributions are valued and recognized. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the future of logistics technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and reliable backend microservices.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code in languages such as Go, Java, or Python.
• Architect and implement robust APIs for internal and external consumption.
• Collaborate with product managers, frontend developers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver solutions.
• Optimize application performance and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.
• Implement security best practices and ensure data integrity.
• Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and mentor junior engineers.
• Troubleshoot and debug complex issues across distributed systems.
• Contribute to the evolution of our technology stack and development best practices.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures.
• Proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Go, Java, Python).
• Strong understanding of distributed systems, consensus algorithms, and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative startup environment in Randburg, Gauteng .
• Contribute to a groundbreaking logistics platform.
• Competitive salary and equity options.
• Comprehensive health insurance and other benefits.
• Professional development opportunities and access to training.
• Be part of a dynamic and passionate team.
• Modern office facilities and a vibrant work culture.