Ally City of Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Our client is hiring a Senior Backend Engineer who has held a senior or lead engineering role and is confident working within backend engineering frameworks to design scalable systems. You must be based in South Africa and legally authorized to work. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in fintech or technology startups, a deep understanding of backend system architecture, and thrives in a remote, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Architect and Develop : Design and implement robust backend solutions that are scalable, efficient, and reliable.
- Product Innovation : Translate product ideas into technical solutions that push forward our mission to power African payments.
- Technical Problem Solving : Resolve complex technical challenges, with a strong focus on performance, data integrity, and reliability.
- System Integration : Enhance the backend architecture and ensure seamless integration with internal and third-party systems.
- Code Review and Testing : Maintain high code quality by conducting thorough reviews and automated testing.
- System Support : Collaborate cross-functionally to support customers and merchants, resolving technical issues as needed.
Qualifications
Hands-on backend development experience with a focus on reliability and scalabilityProficiency in writing and maintaining unit and integration testsSound knowledge of API design, system architecture, and best development practicesFamiliarity with containerization (Docker) and orchestration tools (Kubernetes)Experience working with cloud infrastructure, especially AWSAbility to thrive in cross-functional teams with product managers, designers, and customer supportSalary : 1.1m-1.4m ZAR + Bonus per annum
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Human Resources Services
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