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Backend Developer
Location
South Africa
Posted
122 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Backend Developer
Talent Sam
• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend systems and server-side applications • Design and manage APIs, databases, and application architecture • Build scalable, secure, and high-performing systems and services • Collaborate with front-end developers and cross-functional teams to integrate user-facing elements • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend-related issues and performance bottlenecks • Optimize database queries and application performance • Implement security and data protection best practices • Participate in testing, deployment, and code review processes • Maintain technical documentation and contribute to system improvements
Job Requirements
- Proven experience as a Backend Developer, Software Engineer, or similar role
- Strong proficiency in backend programming languages such as Node.js, Python, Java, PHP, Go, or similar technologies
- Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and web services
- Strong understanding of SQL and/or NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
- Experience with version control systems such as Git
- Understanding of server architecture, authentication, and application security principles
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field preferred
Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Work from home setup with load shedding backup solution
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