backend engineer jobs in Western Cape

A sustainability-focused fintech company in Cape Town is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to design and maintain scalable backend systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and lead the in-house engineering transition. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in backend development, particularly with Node.js and TypeScript, and a passion for creating technology that...

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced C++ Developer for a defence project in Cape Town. The successful candidate will design and develop C++ microservices for a Command and Control system, ensuring high reliability in a safety-critical environment. Responsibilities include implementing backend services on Linux and collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams. Familiarity with...

A leading global employment platform is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their team. The role involves leading complex software projects and collaborating in a fully remote environment. You will contribute to building APIs and integrations using modern technologies such as Elixir, Postgres, and AWS. Offered are competitive salaries within the range of $51,850 to $116,650, alongside stock...

A leading hosting company in Durbanville seeks a Backend Software Engineer to build and maintain secure, high-quality API layers. You will tackle complex problems and innovate using Agile practices. Candidates should have over 5 years of software development experience, with strong skills in backend/API software design and familiarity with technologies such as Ruby, MySQL, and Docker. Ideal for...

A leading wellness company in Cape Town is seeking an Engineering Lead to oversee the architecture, design, and development of its mobile app and backend services. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of software development experience, strong skills in mobile app development, and the ability to guide technical teams. This role provides an opportunity to work in a collaborative environment...

A leading financial services company in Cape Town seeks a Serverless Backend Engineer to develop solutions under a serverless architecture. The role involves collaborating with the product owner and team to build tools and maintain a reliable server environment. Ideal candidates will have proven backend experience, knowledge of AWS, Python, and be proactive in mentoring junior staff. The position...

A leading financial services group in South Africa is seeking a Lead Serverless Backend Engineer to design and develop solutions under a serverless architecture model. Responsibilities include mentoring junior engineers and building solutions based on product owner requirements. Ideal candidates should have experience with AWS components and a relevant university degree. Join us in driving...

A leading financial services provider in South Africa is seeking a Level III Software Engineer. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and enhance software systems, focusing on backend solutions. With 6+ years of experience in back-end software development and strong database skills, you will work with a tech stack that includes Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, Kafka, and AWS. This role...

A digital healthcare solutions firm in Cape Town is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer. In this role, you will develop and maintain backend APIs using Python, collaborate across engineering, product, and AI teams, and design scalable systems integrating health data. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years in backend roles, advanced Python skills, and experience with cloud platforms. This...

A leading tech company in Cape Town is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join their team. The role involves designing and implementing scalable backend services using Java and AWS. Candidates should have a strong background in Java EE, Spring, and SQL. The position offers flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment, along with various employee perks including learning and...

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (BackEnd) in Cape Town, South Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of experience in .NET development, with advanced knowledge of C# and database design. This role will involve participating in requirements analysis, writing scalable code, and collaborating with other engineers to enhance user experiences. Strong...

A technology company is seeking three Senior Software Engineers in Stellenbosch to develop and maintain high-performance backend systems using Go or Java, with UI experience being a plus. The ideal candidates will possess over 7 years of software engineering experience and have strong proficiency in Go or Java, as well as hands-on knowledge of TypeScript and Vue.js. This role also offers the...

Overview At xneelo (Pty) Ltd, our backend software engineers are tasked with providing a world class API layer between the customer and their hosting services. As a backend software engineer you will be responsible for building and maintaining secure, consistent and reliable infrastructure and services that enable our customers to manage their hosting services in a dynamic and ever-changing...

Bring your backend engineering expertise to a high-impact role shaping the future of digital healthcare. About the Role As a Senior Backend Engineer, you’ll design, build, and maintain the APIs and infrastructure powering a cutting‑edge health platform. Working at the intersection of data, cloud, and user impact, you’ll collaborate across engineering, product, and AI teams to deliver robust and...

Let's Write Africa's Story Together! Old Mutual is a firm believer in the African opportunity and our diverse talent reflects this. Job Description ROLE OVERVIEW The role of the Lead Serverless Backend Engineer is responsible for understanding requirements and leading the design and development of solutions under a serverless architecture model. The Serverless Backend Engineer reports...

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Remote is solving modern organizations’ biggest challenge – navigating global employment compliantly with ease. We make it possible for businesses of all sizes to recruit, pay, and manage international teams. We encourage every member of the Remote team to bring their talents, experiences and culture to the table to help us build the best-in-class HR platform. If you are energetic, curious,...

A leading fintech company is seeking an experienced backend developer who is passionate about securing digital assets. You will build and maintain microservices for digital asset custody and collaborate on new features. This fully remote role offers flexible hours and the opportunity to shape the future of crypto infrastructure. Candidates should have at least 3 years of backend experience,...

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Lead Serverless Backend Engineer to design and develop solutions under a serverless architecture. This role involves responsibilities such as building solutions from product requirements, mentoring junior engineers, and maintaining stability in the backend environment, particularly utilizing AWS technologies. Candidates must have proven experience in...

A global employment solutions company is looking for a Backend Engineer to join their team. The role involves developing tools and APIs, requiring significant experience with Elixir and Postgres. This position is open to candidates worldwide, offering a flexible schedule, competitive salary, and various benefits, including stock options and parental leave. Join a supportive team that values...