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Senior Backend Engineer; Remote

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Mossel Bay, 6501, South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
  • Software Development
    Backend Developer, Software Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Senior Backend Engineer (Remote)
About the Role

Our client, a cutting-edge SaaS company, is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their fully remote team. This is a unique opportunity to design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems that power our client's innovative platform. You will play a key role in architecting solutions, optimizing databases, and building APIs that support a seamless user experience.

Working remotely, you will collaborate with a distributed team of talented engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional software. If you are passionate about building efficient, reliable, and secure backend services and thrive in a remote-first environment, this role is for you. This position offers the freedom and flexibility to contribute from anywhere, supporting our client's global operations.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable and maintainable backend services and APIs.
  • Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using relevant programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Node.js, Java).
  • Develop and manage databases, ensuring data integrity, performance, and security.
  • Implement and maintain robust authentication and authorization systems.
  • Optimize application performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions.
  • Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Participate in code reviews, providing and receiving constructive feedback.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues in production and development environments.
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and technical roadmap planning.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging backend technologies and best practices.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in backend development.
  • Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Node.js, Java).
  • Extensive experience with database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), including schema design and optimization.
  • Proven experience designing and building RESTful APIs.
  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (e.g., Docker).
  • Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing, CI/CD, and version control (Git).
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in remote teams.
  • Experience with microservices architecture is a plus.
Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive remote benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth. This fully remote position allows you to work from anywhere, offering maximum flexibility. We provide a supportive and collaborative virtual work environment, with regular team meetings and social events. While traditional in-office benefits are not applicable, we ensure competitive compensation and foster a culture that values work-life balance and individual autonomy.

You will have access to online learning resources and opportunities to attend virtual conferences. This role is ideal for an independent and self-motivated engineer looking to make a significant impact without the constraints of a physical office location.

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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