Graph DB Developer (Neo4j / Backend Focus)
Remote Working - South Africa (must have right to legally work in SA)
Overview
We are looking for a Graph Database Developer to design and build graph-based data solutions that integrate with a MongoDB document store. This role blends backend engineering, data modeling, and visualization to create intuitive, user-friendly graph experiences.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and manage graph database solutions (Neo4j or similar)
Build integrations between graph layers and MongoDB document databases
Design efficient graph data models and relationships
Work with visualization tools (e.g., Cytoscape) to create intuitive interfaces
Integrate graph functionality with MCP and GraphRAG services
Collaborate with front-end teams to ensure clean, structured visual outputs
Contribute to building user-friendly, non-overwhelming graph experiences
Requirements
Requirements
Strong backend development or data engineering background
Hands-on experience with graph databases (Neo4j preferred)
Solid understanding of database design and data relationships
Experience working with APIs and modern data architectures
Ability to think both technically and visually about data presentation
Nice to Have
Experience with GraphQL
Exposure to AI/LLM integrations (GraphRAG concepts)
Background in data science or advanced analytics
Benefits
Remote Working
25 Days Annual Leave + South African Public Holidays
8 am - 4 pm UK time
The chance to work with a global company, UK based - that does the following:
We're building a platform for materials information, materials testing, and certification, and these kinds of things, which is mainly used in the space and defence markets, as well as automotive.
We work on medical devices
Our target market are businesses that really care about their brand, about the materials they use, i.e., companies like Apple
Apple phones for example the materials is a key part of the design or even developing aircraft or spacecraft that need to do more challenging missions. So from an engineering perspective, that's what we're doing.
