Software Developer (Backend)

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Backend Software Developer to join a remote-first team focused on building scalable, efficient server-side applications. You will develop APIs, manage databases, and ensure performance across distributed systems.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in backend development, expertise in Python/Node/Java/C#, RESTful APIs, and cloud familiarity. Remote-friendly setup supports flexible work-life balance and collaboration within a regional team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional backend development experience.
• Proficiency in Python (Django/Flask), Node.js (Express), Java (Spring) or C# (.NET Core).
• Experience with relational (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL (MongoDB) databases.
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with Git and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Knowledge of testing frameworks and methodologies; strong problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in distributed remote teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement server-side logic and APIs.
• Manage and optimize database interactions for performance and integrity.
• Write clean, well-documented, testable code.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate UI with backend logic.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade backend systems.
• Ensure scalability, security, and performance of backend applications.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Stay updated with new backend technologies and best practices.
• Work effectively in an Agile development environment.

Skills

Backend development

API design

RESTful APIs

Microservices

Git

Agile development

Distributed teams

Problem solving

Cloud platforms

Python/Java/Node/C#

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/SE

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

MongoDB

Django/Flask

Express.js

Spring

.NET Core

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a burgeoning software solutions provider, is seeking a skilled Backend Software Developer to join their remote-first team. This role is ideal for a developer passionate about building scalable, efficient, and robust server-side applications. You will be responsible for developing APIs, managing databases, and ensuring the overall performance and responsiveness of the applications. The ideal candidate has a strong command of modern backend languages and frameworks, a commitment to writing clean and maintainable code, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within the specified geographic region or with approved remote setup, fostering flexibility and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement server-side logic and APIs.
• Manage and optimize database interactions, ensuring data integrity and performance.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with front-end developers and other stakeholders to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing backend systems.
• Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of backend applications.
• Participate in code reviews to maintain high code quality.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for backend systems.
• Stay updated with new backend technologies and best practices.
• Work effectively in an Agile development environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of professional experience in backend development.
• Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Python (Django/Flask), Node.js (Express), Java (Spring), or C# (.NET Core).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of testing frameworks and methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a distributed team in a fully remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning.
• Fully remote work arrangement providing significant flexibility.
• Access to modern development tools and resources.
• A collaborative and innovative team culture.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects with cutting-edge technologies.