More jobs:
Senior Backend Developer - API Development
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-05
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
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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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
To View & Apply for jobs on this site that accept applications from your location or country, tap the button below to make a Search.
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
(If this job is in fact in your jurisdiction, then you may be using a Proxy or VPN to access this site, and to progress further, you should change your connectivity to another mobile device or PC).
Search for further Jobs Here:
×