Software Engineer (Backend)

Placements24; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent annual salary

Professional development

Health insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Software Engineer with a backend focus to design, develop, and maintain robust systems in Vereeniging. You will build APIs, services, and databases, while optimizing for speed, scalability, and security.

The role requires 4+ years of backend experience and proficiency in Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, plus experience with PostgreSQL/MySQL or NoSQL. Cloud experience (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of backend software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages: Java, Python, C#, Node.js.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement backend code using Java, Python, C#, or Node.js.
• Build and maintain APIs, services, and databases powering applications.
• Optimize for speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend, product managers, and stakeholders.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Backend development

Java

Python

C#

Node.js

APIs

Design patterns

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

NoSQL databases

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent financial services technology provider in Vereeniging , is seeking a skilled Software Engineer with a strong backend focus to design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable software solutions. You will be instrumental in building core systems that support critical business operations, working with a talented team of engineers to deliver high-performance applications. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to complex projects, solve challenging technical problems, and grow your career within a well-established organization in the Gauteng province.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code using languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Build and maintain APIs, services, and databases that power our client's applications.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define software requirements and features.
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and system reliability.
• Participate in code reviews, provide technical guidance, and mentor junior engineers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, C#, Node.js).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, data structures, and algorithms.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.

Benefits

• Excellent annual salary, commensurate with experience and technical proficiency.
• Opportunity to work on mission-critical systems and complex engineering challenges in Vereeniging .
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• A culture of continuous learning and professional development within a stable company.