Remote (Global)

South Geeks is hiring a Backend/API Engineer

About the Role

The role involves developing and maintaining server-side logic, databases, and API integrations while ensuring high performance, security, and reliability across distributed systems.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement scalable backend services
  • Develop and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs
  • Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing features
  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
  • Optimize applications for maximum speed and stability
  • Troubleshoot and debug production issues
  • Participate in code reviews and technical planning
  • Ensure data security and compliance with best practices
  • Work with database design and query optimization
  • Support deployment pipelines and CI/CD workflows
  • Monitor system performance and implement improvements
  • Document technical specifications and processes
  • Integrate third-party services and APIs
  • Maintain version control using Git
  • Collaborate with product teams to define requirements
  • Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms
  • Ensure application scalability under high load
  • Follow agile development methodologies
  • Conduct unit and integration testing
  • Respond to incidents and perform on-call rotations

Nice to Have

  • Experience with Kubernetes or other orchestration tools
  • Background in fintech or high-transaction systems
  • Contributions to open-source projects
  • Experience with distributed tracing systems
  • Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards
  • Previous work in remote-first teams
  • Familiarity with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform

Benefits

  • Flexible work schedule
  • Remote work support
  • Professional development budget
  • Health and wellness stipend
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Equipment allowance
  • Team retreats and virtual events
  • Performance bonuses
  • Parental leave policy
  • Mental health resources

Compensation

Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

Work Arrangement

Remote with flexible hours

Team

Small, agile team focused on rapid development and deployment

Technology Stack

  • Primary languages include Python and Node.js
  • Databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB
  • Infrastructure hosted on Google Cloud Platform
  • CI/CD via GitHub Actions and ArgoCD
  • Monitoring with Prometheus and Grafana

Growth Opportunities

  • Opportunities to lead technical initiatives
  • Mentorship programs for career advancement
  • Regular feedback and performance reviews
  • Access to industry conferences and training

Not available

Required Skills
Node.jsTypeScriptJavaScriptMySQLPostgreSQLWebSocketsReact.jsVue.jsAPI DesignDatabase Management
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South Geeks
Engages top-performing Software Engineers, Security Experts, and Data Analysts from Latin America to join clients' teams worldwide. Helps future-shaping companies scale faster by curating world-class tech talent and building long-lasting, strategic partnerships.
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Job Details
Category backend
Posted 10 months ago