IT & Software

Remote Software Developer (Backend)

Placements24

London · England · United Kingdom

Salary: $60 – $90 per year

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a talented and experienced Remote Software Developer (Backend) to join their engineering team. This role is focused on designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and APIs that power their innovative applications. You will work in a fully remote capacity, collaborating with a distributed team of engineers, product managers, and designers to deliver exceptional software solutions. This is an ideal opportunity for a backend specialist who is passionate about building efficient and reliable server-side logic and thrives in a flexible, remote work environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and deploy scalable backend services and RESTful APIs using modern programming languages and frameworks (e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring).
  • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, ensuring high quality through rigorous testing and code reviews.
  • Optimize application performance, database queries, and system architecture for speed and scalability.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Manage database schemas and ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, contributing to system stability and reliability.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years of professional backend development experience.
  • Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go, C#).
  • Strong experience with backend frameworks and building RESTful APIs.
  • Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB) and data modeling.
  • Experience with version control systems (Git) and cloud platforms is a plus.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Fully remote work arrangement with flexible working hours.
  • Budget for professional development, including courses and certifications.
  • Opportunity to work on challenging projects with a global team.
  • A culture that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning.

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Reference: WJ-766_24122287 · Posted 09 Nov 2026, 09:55 PM

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