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Paracon

Back end Developer

Paracon

  • R Undisclosed
  • Contract Senior position
  • Cape Town
  • Posted 17 Aug 2026 by Paracon
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2643933 - Ref 442106297503698
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About the position


Our Company is looking for a Senior Backend Developer to design, build, and maintain scalable backend systems that power our digital banking and payment platforms. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly skilled developer with expertise in Node.js, Java, and Data Engineering to contribute to innovative fintech solutions in a fast-paced, agile environment.



About the Role


As a Senior Backend Developer, you will be responsible for developing robust backend services, designing efficient data engineering solutions, and ensuring the reliability, performance, and security of mission-critical banking systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet both customer needs and regulatory requirements.



Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and optimize backend services using Node.js and Java.
  • Build and maintain data pipelines, ETL processes, and data engineering solutions.
  • Integrate backend systems with frontend applications and third-party platforms.
  • Ensure system scalability, reliability, security, and compliance with banking standards.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks and technical issues.
  • Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and technical decision-making.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and development best practices.
  • Support the delivery of high-quality software through agile methodologies.
Minimum Requirements



Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.


Experience

  • Minimum 5 years' experience in backend software development.
  • Proven experience developing applications using Node.js and Java.
  • Strong background in Data Engineering, including ETL development and database optimization.
  • Experience designing and implementing scalable backend architectures.


Preferred Experience

  • Previous experience within the fintech, banking, or payments industry.
  • Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
  • Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of microservices and event-driven architecture.
  • Experience working in Agile delivery environments.


Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency in Node.js and Java.
  • Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and other SQL/NoSQL databases.
  • Expertise in developing RESTful APIs and GraphQL services.
  • Experience with messaging technologies such as Kafka and RabbitMQ.
  • Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevOps principles, and automated deployments.
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
  • Knowledge of application security and performance optimization best practices.

Desired Skills:

  • Node.js and Java
  • ETL
  • AWS
  • Azure
  • Docker

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Paracon

About the agency

Paracon facilitates the delivery of your business strategy through finding you the top ICT and technology talent. Our reputation, industry leadership and national reach enables us to empower our clients through attracting the ICT talent you need for your permanent and temporary employment workforce solutions. Paracon forms part of the Adcorp Group of Companies, an international parent company to a group of recruitment specialist brands who are engaged in the provision of comprehensive human capital; effective and efficient workforce management styles and skills development services. With ever-changing technology, choose us as your partner in the evolution of ICT talent. Trusted, experienced and dynamic in the way we do ICT talent management. Resourcing • Contracting recruitment: Utilising contractors allows you flexibility in your resourcing solutions. We manage all contract negotiation and administration through our professional and timeous processes. From short-term projects to long-term engagements, moving your business forward. • Permanent recruitment: Permanent placement of ICT professionals, includes full background checks and references. • Recruitment process: We will provide a tailored workforce managed solution, to search, source and identify talent to match the job specifications provided by our clients, Paracon is able to assess CVs via our various recruitment channels. Talent Development Talent Consulting PPM (Portfolio, Program and Project management services)

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