Senior Software Engineer - Back End

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Cape Town, Western Cape, ZAF
In-Office
6-6 Annually
Senior level
Agency • Information Technology • Professional Services
The Role
The Senior Back-end Software Engineer will design, develop, and optimize server-side applications, focusing on performance and reliability while mentoring junior developers.
Summary Generated by Built In

The Back-end Software Engineer is crucial in building solutions that deliver optimum performance, reliability, and scale. This role focuses on developing server-side components that power applications and supporting systems related to cell phones, live data, and other products. Strong database skills are essential due to the data capabilities being developed.


Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Design, develop, test, and deploy complex server-side applications and back-end components.
  • Maintain, enhance, and optimize existing systems to ensure performance, scalability, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, scope, and implementation plans.
  • Operationalize back-end solutions, including database design, messaging systems, and integration with live data products
  • Support, mentor, and guide developers while liaising with stakeholders to resolve engineering challenges effectively.


Requirements

Required Qualifications

  • Grade 12 National Certificate (Minimum)
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology (Preferred)
  • 6+ years proven experience in back-end software development, project delivery, and implementation using relevant development technologies/languages. Experience with back-end frameworks and technologies

Technical Stack

  • Java
  • Spring Boot
  • PostgreSQL (Non-Negotiable)
  • Kafka (Non-Negotiable)
  • AWS (Non-Negotiable)

Skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Communication Skills
  • Interpersonal & Relationship Management Skills
  • Problem-Solving Skills


Skills Required

  • 6+ years proven experience in back-end software development
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology
  • Experience with back-end frameworks and technologies
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The Company
0 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Sabenza IT is a niche recruitment company specializing in Information Technology, SAP, Finance, and Engineering roles, with over 23 years of experience.

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