Senior Backend Software Engineer

3 weeks ago


WorkFromHome, South Africa Elite Search and Selection Full time

Overview Responsible for : Own and evolve the backend platform architecture (microservices, APIs, event-driven systems) Lead engineering design principles, architecture reviews, and platform scalability initiatives Integrate cutting-edge AI tooling into development processes Mentor and grow a talented engineering team Drive backend performance, reliability, and security best practices Requirements 7+ years in backend development (PHP, Go, Python preferred) Deep experience with microservices, cloud infrastructure (AWS, GCP, Azure), and message queues (Kafka / RabbitMQ) Strong leadership in software architecture, OOP principles and system design Passion for innovation, automation, and building resilient systems Experience with AI dev tools a big plus South African citizen. Offering Fully remote (with a strong team presence in Joburg and Cape Town) People-first culture : collaborative, fun, and supportive Solve real problems at scale with autonomy and purpose Flexible work setup, and meaningful impact If you would like to learn more about the position and company please contact or apply now #J-18808-Ljbffr



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