BackEnd Developer (Mid-Senior)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

Contract

COMPANY:

Vito Solutions - a leading service provider of comprehensive IT solutions

CLIENT:

A technology startup operating in the global talent, work-matching, and digital payments ecosystem.

LOCATION:

South Africa

WORKING MODEL:

Remote

JOB OVERVIEW:

A fast-growing South African technology startup building a global talent and work-opportunity ecosystem. The platform connects job seekers, freelancers, and businesses through real-time matching, digital profiles, and integrated payment/wallet features. The engineering team is expanding to support rapid product scaling and new feature development.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

A midsenior Backend Developer is needed to build and enhance core backend services for a technology startup in the global work-matching, identity verification, and digital payment ecosystem. The role involves developing robust APIs, integrating with an Oracle database, and ensuring secure, scalable backend systems.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

- Strong proficiency in Node.js (JavaScript or TypeScript).

- Advanced knowledge of Oracle databases, SQL, and performance optimisation.

- Good understanding of RESTful API architecture and backend integration patterns.

- Knowledge of authentication, authorisation, and secure coding practices.

- Familiarity with system design, microservices (optional), and scalable architecture.

- Strong debugging, optimisation, and problem-solving skills.

- Experience with Git, CI/CD, and Agile methodologies.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Relevant tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

- 4+ years of backend development experience.

- Strong experience building Node.js services in production.

- Proven experience working with Oracle databases in a professional environment.

- Experience implementing secure, data-driven backend systems.

- Remote work experience advantageous.

ADVANTAGEOUS SKILLS:

- Experience integrating payment/wallet systems or transaction-heavy platforms.

- Exposure to identity verification, cryptography or secure data workflows.

- Knowledge of microservices, Docker or cloud-based deployments.

- Experience working on high-performance or large-scale systems.

**Please note: If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.