Senior Backend Engineer

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Description

• Responsible for designing and architecting systems or components. • Provide technical direction, define standards, evaluate new technologies, and ensure that overall architecture aligns with the organisation's goals. • Architect, design, develop, and maintain scalable, reliable backend systems and APIs. • Write clean, efficient, maintainable code using appropriate languages and frameworks. • Implement best practices in coding, testing, and debugging. • Design and optimize database schemas. • Implement solutions for performance, scalability, and reliability. • Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests for backend components. • Perform code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to standards. • Work with frontend developers, QA engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality software. • Provide updates and resolve issues effectively with team members and project managers. • Act as a technical advisor, contributing to the overall product roadmap. • Contribute to the technical strategy of the organisation. • Explore emerging technologies, propose innovative solutions, and drive technical initiatives to improve efficiency, scalability, or performance. • Mentor junior developers, lead architectural discussions, and stay updated with the latest backend development trends and technologies. • Document design decisions, architecture, APIs, and technical specifications. • Maintain comprehensive documentation for codebases and backend systems. • Participate in deployment processes and collaborate with DevOps engineers to automate deployment pipelines and improve infrastructure. • Investigate and resolve production issues, providing technical support and guidance.

Requirements

• 10+ years in software development • Degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience • Proficiency in C#, .Net, Docker, SQL, and Message Queues • Experience with microservices architectures and securing RESTful APIs • Familiarity with DevOps tools like Azure DevOps and public cloud infrastructure (Azure, GCP, or AWS) • Strong problem-solving skills and a self-driven approach • Understanding of Computer Science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, etc.) • Ability to provide technical leadership to junior engineers, including mentoring, code reviews, and guiding architectural decisions. • Experience in troubleshooting and supporting production systems

Benefits

• Competitive salary • Remote working options (Cape Town preferable) • Wellness perks • Opportunities for career growth and development • Prioritization of work-life balance • Diverse tech stack