Position: Backend Developer
Location: Remote / Onsite (Specify if needed)
Experience: 5+ Years (Preferred)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Role
At Jobe55, we are seeking an experienced Backend Developer to design and implement scalable, secure, and high-performance backend solutions that power our organization’s digital platforms. You will play a critical role in building core backend services that drive seamless user experiences, ensure data integrity, and support business growth.
Key Responsibilities
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Architect and Design Scalable Systems: Lead the design and development of complex backend architectures that guarantee scalability, reliability, and maintainability to support high traffic and future growth.
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Develop and Maintain Core Backend Services: Write clean, efficient, and reusable code for APIs, microservices, and other backend components aligned with business needs.
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Optimize Performance & Scalability: Continuously improve backend performance, reduce latency, and enhance the scalability of services to ensure optimal user experience.
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Ensure Security & Compliance: Implement robust authentication, authorization, and data protection mechanisms. Ensure backend systems comply with industry regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, or relevant local data protection laws.
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Database Management: Design, manage, and optimize databases for high availability and data consistency. Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases as required.
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Testing & Quality Assurance: Develop and implement comprehensive testing strategies including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing to ensure high code quality.
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Code Reviews & Collaboration: Conduct thorough code reviews and collaborate effectively with frontend developers, DevOps, QA, and product teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
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Incident Management & Troubleshooting: Lead backend incident response, root cause analysis, and timely resolution of production issues.
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Documentation & Reporting: Maintain clear and detailed technical documentation. Provide regular status updates on project progress, performance metrics, and any operational challenges.
Qualifications & Skills
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical discipline.
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Minimum 5 years of professional experience in backend development.
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Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, Ruby, or Go.
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Extensive experience with RESTful API design and microservices architecture.
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Strong knowledge of database systems including MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or others.
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Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
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Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker and orchestration systems like Kubernetes.
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Deep understanding of security best practices including OAuth, JWT, encryption, and secure coding standards.
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Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
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Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in agile teams.
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Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
