Backend Engineer

Pretoria FULL TIME R50,000 - R60,000 / Month
(R600,000 - R720,000 / Year)

Job Description

As a Backend Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in maintaining our infrastructure and optimizing the functionality of our systems. Your expertise will ensure seamless integration and efficiency within our development teams, contributing to our mission of delivering high-quality software.

Responsibilities

  • Architect and implement robust backend architectures using microservices.
  • Work with DevOps teams to streamline deployment processes.
  • Continuously evaluate and implement new technologies to improve development efficiency.
  • Create automated test suites to ensure the functionality of backend services.
  • Engage in cross-team collaboration to meet project requirements.

Requirements

Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
  • Master's degree in Software Engineering preferred
Experience
  • 5+ years in software engineering with a focus on backend technologies
Technical Skills
  • Node.js
  • GraphQL
Soft Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Problem-solving
Certifications
  • Google Cloud Professional Developer
  • Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)
Languages
  • English: Fluent

Advantageous

  • Understanding of Cloud Services: Experience with AWS or Google Cloud platforms will be beneficial.
  • Familiarity with Microservices Architecture: Understanding microservices can give you an edge over other candidates.

Benefits

  • Generous leave policies, including family care leave.
  • Annual training budget for professional development.
  • Wellness programs to support work-life balance.
  • Discounts on health and wellness services.

Company Culture

  • Continuous Growth: Providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development through workshops and training.
  • Community Engagement: We actively support community initiatives and encourage employee participation.
  • Work-Life Harmony: Promote a culture where employees have a balance between their personal and work lives.
Status: Closed