Senior Backend Engineer - Cloud Solutions (Remote)
Summary
Senior Backend Engineer (hired via recruiter Placements24 for client WhatJobs Direct) designing, building, and maintaining scalable cloud-native backend systems and APIs. Day-to-day spans microservices, containerization, distributed systems, and databases on cloud platforms, plus mentoring engineers and shaping architecture. Fully remote within South Africa.
About the Role
Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is actively seeking a highly proficient Senior Backend Engineer with extensive experience in cloud-native solutions to join their esteemed engineering team. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to work from any location within South Africa. You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable, high-performance backend systems and APIs that power our innovative platforms. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is passionate about building robust, efficient, and secure backend infrastructure. Your expertise in distributed systems, database management, and cloud technologies will be essential. As a senior member of the team, you will provide technical leadership, mentor other engineers, and contribute significantly to architectural decisions. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of microservices architecture, containerization technologies, and various cloud platforms. This opportunity in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a challenging, collaborative, and remote-first environment, driving technological advancements and delivering exceptional value. You will be at the forefront of developing next-generation backend services.