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Senior Backend Developer at Belay Talent Solutions | Johannesburg, South Africa

Company/Recruiter: Belay Talent Solutions

Published on: Oct 29, 2026 · Closes Nov 28, 2026
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Opportunity type

Job

Location

South Africa, Gauteng, Johannesburg

Work arrangement

Location-based; remote work not stated

Compensation

Not disclosed

Closing date

Nov 28, 2026

Employer

Belay Talent Solutions

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Role shape: Responsibility-led role with a detailed skills profile.

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Belay Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join a dynamic team focused on designing, building, and maintaining scalable, high-performance systems. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical backend infrastructure, ensuring the reliability and efficiency of cutting-edge solutions.

Job Overview

The Senior Backend Developer will play a pivotal role in the full software development lifecycle, from conception and design to implementation and deployment. The focus will be on creating robust and efficient backend services that meet the evolving needs of our client's innovative projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
  • Troubleshoot and debug issues, providing timely resolutions.
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and technical strategy.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Senior Backend Developer.
  • Proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks.
  • Strong understanding of database technologies.
  • Experience with cloud platforms and microservices architecture.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects.
  • A collaborative and supportive work environment.
  • Professional development and growth opportunities.

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