Senior Backend Software Engineer

3 weeks ago

Johannesburg, South Africa Elite Search And Selection Cc Full time

A truly FANTSTIC opportunity for a Senior Backend Software Engineer / Technical Lead who thrives in fast-moving collaborative environments solving real-world problems Location: Remote (must be based in South Africa – open to South African citizens / residents only) Type: Full-time | Industry: SaaS | Level: Senior/Lead A leading Digital Communications SaaS company that started from humble beginnings 20+ years ago has grown into a trusted messaging and marketing powerhouse platform with teams across South Africa and growing its global footprint. They have received many prestigious accolades to their name over the years and offer a supportive, empowering, rewarding and innovation culture built on flexibility, openness and trust. My client is looking for a Senior Software Engineer / Technical Lead to drive the evolution of their backend platforms, shape architectural decisions, and lead innovation. Responsibilities 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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