Senior Backend Software Engineer

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

BIT005002/RM

Date posted:

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

60000

SUMMARY:
We are looking for a Senior Backend Software Engineer to design, build, and enhance efficient backend systems that power our applications.

POSITION INFO:
Our company promotes a strong engineering culture with up to 60% remote work, aside from occasional client site visits. This is a remote, work from home position.

Key Responsibilities:

Backend development
Database operations and optimization
API development and security
Microservices and event-driven architecture
Cloud and containerization
Development practices and tooling
Security and compliance
Software design contributions
Performance optimization
Testing and quality assurance

Job Experience and Skills Required:

5+ years in backend development; consulting or client-facing experience is a plus
Ideally 7+ years solving complex problems in cloud, distributed systems, or microservices
Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience
Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders
Code Review & Constructive Feedback
Professionalism & Accountability

Apply now!

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For more information contact:
Rethabile Moloi
0116229526

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