223 Backend Staff jobs in South Africa

Join a team working at the cutting edge of AI and big data to supercharge how companies sell to SMBs.

We at boam.ai, a US-based, VC-backed tech startup are working with the leading names in AI research (including professors at Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory) and Venture Capital.

As a Backend Engineer , you will play a pivotal role in how we’re bringing our vision to life. From building and releasing new features, to choosing our tech-stack and improving our processes, your expertise will directly impact the future of boam.ai, helping us to evaluate and advocate for solutions to a wide array of challenging problems.

Each day you’ll work alongside a stellar team of senior software developers, and collaborate with our engineering and product teams to make magic happen in real time. You’ll be able to quickly see the impact of your work in the market.

This role reports directly to our Head of Engineering.

• Contribute to architectural and design discussions of the team
• Implement new features and maintain existing software
• Work with the product team to identify and resolve user issues
• Lead smaller project workstreams and ensure timely delivery

• Building scalable systems
• Scala
• Typescript
• Python
• DevOps
• Large scale databases / SQL / PostgreSQL
• ML
• AWS
• Networking, security

• Wants to help build a transformative global venture alongside an exceptional team
• Thrives with individual ownership and increasing responsibilities
• Is smart, driven and collaborative; and for whom ego is never an obstacle
• Wants to scale their impact as part of a rapidly growing product & team
• Enjoys contributing to the success of the team

• Being part of an early-stage, rapidly growing US-based startup
• The latest tools & technologies
• Meaningful equity
• Free access to gym in building
• Ability to work remotely
• Work for 2 weeks from another boam office (Miami, Cape Town) every year

Ready to join a great team and take on the next challenge of your career?

To apply, email your CV and a few lines about why you are interested in joining us to We’re already excited to hear from you!

The Landbanking Group (TLG) has been initiated as a moonshot project to revolutionise the way land is being valued and used by land stewards at a moment where ecosystem services are critical prerequisites for equitable, resilient and climate compatible prosperity and peace.

TLG is committed to the SDGs, the Paris Climate Agreement and the biodiversity targets of the High Ambition Coalition. It is a private, social-benefit company that brings together leading scientists, company builders, technology experts and investors.

Ourmission is to completely transform the way we use land in these unprecedented times of accelerating climate change, mass extinction and social divide.

TLG will integrate various geospatial data sources and make use of the latest machine learning models for satellite imaging, carbon footprint and biodiversity analysis. Furthermore, metagenomics, open supply chain, and other relevant data enables us to develop digital twins of land plots, assess ecosystem quality, verify proof of impact and tokenize the claims so that they can be traded or bundled into tradable assets.

TLG is now looking for a passionate Software Engineer to join our ambitious, cross-functional teams and help build a global-level technology platform. As a Software Engineer, together with your team, you will be responsible for implementing and connecting the APIs, algorithms and tools necessary for our goals.

• Design and build functionality for our Global-level technology platform

• Contribute to agile planning practices by defining work breakdown, estimating task complexity and duration and setting milestones

• Take decisions on non-functional requirements (availability, scale, speed, horizontal scalability) and Tech stack

• Work with and implement systems for geospatial data

• Conduct analysis and troubleshooting of incidents across the whole stack

• Proactively collaborate with different internal and external teams for integrations and knowledge sharing

• 5+ years of practical experience as a Software Engineer, shipping large scale software or web applications

• Advanced knowledge of Python, Django and Django REST Framework, as well as common engineering tools like Git, Jira, and Confluence

• Experience with concepts such as CI/CD, containers (Docker) and related tools

• Experience in agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban

• You take ownership of your work, have a deep sense of responsibility, and keep yourself and your team accountable for the expected results

• Good communication skills in English -German proficiency is not mandatory

• Our culture strongly focuses on enabling and empowering team members so they can develop and grow in a positive environment.

• We offer more than a job : Fast growth and the possibility to shape the future of The Landbanking Group

• Peer recognition.

• Clear career growth and Market based compensation.

• Latest Equipment

• Flexibility and Autonomy

TLG welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees and applicants without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.

If you feel this does perfectly describe you or at least to some relevant extent, we would be delighted to receive your application along with a cover letter.

Hire Resolve's client is currently seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join their team. You will be working with their senior developers to develop and maintain high-quality APIs for their web and mobile applications.

• Design, develop, and maintain efficient and scalable server-side applications
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
• Implement and maintain security and data protection measures
• Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other developers
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers.

• Proven work experience as a Backend Developer or similar role
• Strong proficiency in Node.js
• Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js
• Knowledge of database technologies like MySQL or MongoDB
• Understanding of RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Database ORM (Sequelize, TypeORM, Prisma, etc)
• Experience with DevOps skills like Docker and AWS (preferred, alternatively GCP, Azure)
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field

• Salary: R600K/yr - R960k/yr, negotiable

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

You can also visit the Hire Resolve website: hireresolve.us or email us your CV:

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

Gopele is an AI-powered EdTech platform committed to democratizing education across South Africa and the broader African continent. Built to close learning gaps and promote concept mastery, Gopele delivers multilingual, curriculum-aligned content through an adaptive learning system that functions both online and offline. The platform is currently in live development with an MVP, and we’re working to scale its impact across rural and township schools.

About the Opportunity

Are you fascinated by startups and passionate about building clean, scalable backend systems that make a real-world impact? Gopele, an early-stage EdTech startup, is looking for a Python Backend Developer to build upon our existing codebase and help bring our inclusive learning platform to life.

We’ve already developed approximately one-third of our backend architecture and are now seeking a skilled developer to extend and optimize what’s been built. In this role, you’ll work closely with the broader team to improve our core infrastructure, develop robust APIs, and ensure data integrity and security across the platform.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with an existing product in active development, contribute to technical decisions, and help shape the digital foundation of a platform designed to expand access to learning and skills for underserved communities.

By joining Gopele, you’ll not only refine your backend development skills in a live project environment, but also contribute meaningfully to a mission that uses technology to create equity in education.

Key Activities

• Extend existing backend services built with Node.js, Express.js, and Python (FastAPI).
• Build and document robust RESTful APIs to serve web and mobile clients.
• Enhance database models for learners, lessons, assessments, and AI learner profiles using PostgreSQL.
• Integrate and scale AI recommendation services based on learner behavior and spaced repetition.
• Collaborate with frontend and data teams to ensure seamless system performance and data exchange.
• Implement authentication, authorization (JWT), and RBAC across platform modules.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions and support deployment on Firebase and AWS.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python (FastAPI or Flask) and/or Node.js with Express.
• Strong understanding of relational databases (PostgreSQL).
• Familiarity with Git, GitHub workflows, and REST API development.
• Interest in EdTech, AI-powered systems, or educational equity.
• Self-starter with a collaborative mindset and attention to clean, scalable code.
• Bonus: Exposure to Firebase, Docker, and microservices architecture.

Duration

• 3 hours per day, Monday to Friday
• Fully remote

Acquired Skills

• Practical experience working with an active EdTech MVP and scalable backend architecture.
• API-first design thinking for real-time classroom and learner analytics.
• Deployment and CI/CD pipeline integration.Experience contributing to a socially impactful, award-nominated education startup.

Upon successful completion, you will receive:

• A public testimonial for your SkilledUp Life profile
• A personalized LinkedIn and CV reference
• Permission to list Gopele as a contributing company on your portfolio

Disclaimer

This is a volunteer role—there is no financial compensation, guarantee of future paid employment, or taxable benefits. However, the value lies in real-world experience, portfolio expansion, and social impact at scale.

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Innovation Centre, Sci-Tech Daresbury, Keckwick Lane, Daresbury, WA4 4FS, United Kingdom.

• Strong experience in backend software development, using languages such as Go and Java .
• Deep understanding of service-oriented architectures, RESTful APIs, and microservices design patterns.
• Proficiency with Unix/Linux systems, relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle), and query optimization.
• Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with cryptographic algorithms, security best practices, and secure coding principles.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration/Delivery (CI/CD), and DevOps practices.
• Previous experience working in financial services is highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving mindset, with a drive for innovation and continuous learning.
• Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban).

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (essential).
• Fluency in English and Portuguese (essential).
• Industry certifications in Java, Go, or other backend technologies (desirable).
• Security certifications such as Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) or CompTIA Security+ (desirable).