Senior Backend Engineer (Data & Systems)

SUMMARY:
Ready to build the engines that power spatial intelligence? 🌍
 
Tired of building basic CRUD apps? 🚀 Join a specialized boutique tech hub in Gauteng and architect the high-performance data systems that map out the future of logistics and retail across Africa. We need a Senior Backend Polyglot who can master complex ETL pipelines and turn massive datasets into actionable intelligence. If you’re a Python, Go, or Node.js expert who lives for system optimization and cloud-native architecture, this is your next big move.

POSITION INFO:

🌍 Map Your Future: Senior Backend Architect (Data & Systems) 🚀

🛠️ The Tech Stack & Mission

• Architect & Build: Design scalable microservices using Python, Go, or Node.js.
• Data Mastery: Construct and manage heavy-duty ETL pipelines to transform large-scale global datasets.
• Optimization: Fine-tune massive SQL (PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (Firestore/MongoDB) databases for peak speed.
• Cloud Native: Deploy robust applications across major cloud environments, specifically GCP.

🎯 Who You Are

• A Senior Pro: 5+ years of experience delivering complex, data-heavy backend systems.
  
• A Polyglot: Deep expertise in Python, Go, or Node.js with the agility to master new tech fast.
  
• Big Data Ready: Proven track record in big data technologies and database performance tuning.
  
• Self-Starter: You don’t wait for a ticket—you identify bottlenecks and solve them before they break.

🌟 The "Fast Track" Skills

• Geospatial Tech: PostGIS, BigQuery GIS, or GeoJSON formats.
• Google Cloud Stack: BigQuery, Cloud Functions, GKE, or Cloud SQL.
• Mapping APIs: Deep familiarity with advanced Geocoding and Routing APIs.