Senior Backend Engineer; Remote
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Soweto, 1803, South Africa
Listed on 2026-09-26
Soweto, 1803, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-09-26
Job specializations:
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Software Development
Backend Developer, Software Engineer, Cloud Engineer - Software
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role
Our client, a globally distributed SaaS company, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic, fully remote engineering team. You will play a key role in designing, developing, and scaling the server-side logic and APIs that power our innovative platform. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on challenging projects, collaborate with a talented international team, and contribute to a product used by thousands of users worldwide, all from the comfort of your home office.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and productive remote work culture.
- Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend services and APIs.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Node.js , Python, Go).
- Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver seamless user experiences.
- Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for scalability and reliability.
- Participate in code reviews, contribute to technical discussions, and mentor junior engineers in a remote setting.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development .
- Strong proficiency in backend languages such as Node.js , Python, or Go, and experience with relevant frameworks.
- Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and No
SQL), caching strategies, and distributed systems. - Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerization (Docker) is highly preferred.
- Highly competitive salary with remote work flexibility and potential for bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
- Opportunity to work with a global team on cutting-edge technologies.
- A strong remote-first culture that emphasizes collaboration, autonomy, and work-life balance.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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