We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Back-End Developer to join our team and drive the development of robust, scalable, and efficient backend systems. This role will involve designing, implementing, and optimizing backend architecture, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring best practices for security, performance, and maintainability. This is an exciting opportunity for a developer who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about building impactful technology solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Maintain Server-Side Logic: Design and implement efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code to support high-volume, high-performance applications.
• Database Management: Oversee database architecture, ensuring data consistency, security, and accessibility across various applications.
• API Development: Create and maintain scalable and secure APIs to integrate with front-end applications and external services.
• System Architecture: Work closely with the DevOps team to develop robust system architecture that ensures high availability and fault tolerance.
• Optimize Performance: Identify bottlenecks and optimize backend performance to support millions of concurrent users.
• Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with front-end developers, product managers, and UX/UI designers to create seamless end-to-end solutions.
• Security Best Practices: Implement and maintain high-security standards across all backend processes to protect sensitive data.
• Mentorship: Lead, guide, and mentor junior developers to elevate the overall skill level of the team.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years of experience as a back-end developer with a proven track record in a senior role.
• Technical Expertise:
  • Proficiency in back-end languages like Python, Node.js, Java, or Ruby.
  • Extensive experience with databases (both SQL and NoSQL) such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or Redis.
  • Expertise in RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and serverless frameworks.
  • Familiarity with cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Performance Optimization: Strong understanding of performance optimization, including caching strategies, load balancing, and efficient code structure.
• Security-Focused Mindset: Knowledge of best practices for securing applications, including familiarity with OAuth, JWT, encryption, and other security protocols.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot complex issues and improve system reliability.
• Collaboration Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional, agile environments.

Nice-to-Have

• Familiarity with front-end technologies (JavaScript, React, Vue) to facilitate seamless API integration.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Background in working with large-scale distributed systems.