Remote Lead Backend Engineer
Lead a fully remote backend team, architecting and maintaining scalable server-side systems, APIs, and microservices while mentoring engineers. Requires 7+ years backend experience (2+ in leadership) with languages like Java/Python/Node.js/Go/C#, SQL/NoSQL databases, cloud platforms, and Docker/Kubernetes.
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Vereeniging, South Africa
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Lead
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Backend
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent professional experience
- 7+ years of professional backend development experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role
- Expertise in one or more backend languages: Java, Python, Node.js, Go, or C#
- Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures
- Strong understanding of database technologies (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis) and data modeling
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs
- Solid understanding of security best practices in web application development
- Experience with Agile development methodologies and CI/CD pipelines
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teams effectively in a remote setting
Full description
About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Backend Engineer to join their fully remote team. This critical role will involve architecting, developing, and maintaining the server-side logic for their suite of applications. You will lead a team of talented backend engineers, guiding them through complex technical challenges and fostering a culture of innovation and code quality. The ideal candidate has a deep understanding of scalable system design, database management, and API development, with a proven ability to lead projects from conception to deployment. This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior backend professional who excels in a remote-first environment and is passionate about building robust, high-performance systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable and high-performance backend systems.
- Architect robust APIs and microservices that power our client's applications.
- Mentor and guide a team of backend engineers, fostering their technical growth.
- Oversee the entire backend development lifecycle, ensuring code quality, security, and performance.
- Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define requirements and deliver solutions.
- Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and reliability.
- Implement and manage database solutions (SQL/NoSQL), ensuring data integrity and efficient access.
- Drive the adoption of best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
- Conduct thorough code reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Stay up-to-date with emerging backend technologies and propose innovative solutions.
Requirements
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
- 7+ years of professional experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership role.
- Expertise in one or more backend programming languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, Go, or C#.
- Proven experience designing and building microservices architectures.
- Strong understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis) and data modeling.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs.
- Solid understanding of security best practices in web application development.