Senior Backend Developer
Senior backend developer joining a client's IT department in Rustenburg, South Africa: designing, building, and maintaining scalable server-side services and APIs, optimizing for speed and security, and troubleshooting production issues. Stack includes Python/Java/C#/Go, SQL and NoSQL databases, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Rustenburg, South Africa
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Seniority
- Senior
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Category
- Backend
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Minimum 5 years of experience in backend software development
- Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages (Python, Java, C#, or Go)
- Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (MongoDB, Redis)
- Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment
Full description
Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their growing IT department in Rustenburg . You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining efficient, reusable, and reliable server-side code. This role is crucial for developing and enhancing the core systems that support our client's business operations. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers and system administrators to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance, contributing to a technically challenging and rewarding work environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks.
- Optimize applications for maximum speed, scalability, and security.
- Write clean, well-documented, and thoroughly tested code, participating actively in code reviews.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve issues identified in development and production environments.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, ensuring the long-term maintainability of the codebase.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in backend software development.
- Strong proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, C#, or Go.
- Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
- Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
- Opportunities for professional development and training.
- A dynamic work environment in Rustenburg with a focus on innovation.
- Hybrid work model offering flexibility between office and remote work.