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Senior Backend Developer - API Development

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Backend Developer, Software Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer with a focus on API development to join their distributed engineering team. This is a fully remote position where you will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic and robust APIs that power their innovative platform. You will work on complex challenges, ensuring scalability, performance, and security of our backend systems.

The ideal candidate is a problem-solver with extensive experience in backend development and a passion for creating efficient, well-documented, and high-quality APIs that enable seamless integration and drive business value, contributing to a culture of technical excellence.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code, primarily focusing on RESTful APIs.
  • Implement robust data storage solutions, optimizing database queries and schema design for performance and scalability.
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications by identifying and addressing bottlenecks.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define API specifications and integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and stability.
  • Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural discussions and decisions.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of professional backend development experience, with a strong emphasis on API design and development.
  • Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Node.js, Python (with frameworks like Django/Flask), Java (Spring Boot), or Go.
  • Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) and ORM frameworks.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker).
  • Familiarity with API design principles, security best practices (OAuth, JWT), and performance optimization techniques.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and annual performance bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Fully remote work setup, providing maximum flexibility and autonomy.
  • Opportunities for professional growth, including access to online courses and conferences.
  • A collaborative and supportive remote engineering culture.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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