Backend Software Engineer (Python/Node/Java/Go)
Job description
We are seeking a Backend Software Engineer to design and build scalable, high-performance APIs and services using Python, Node.js, Java, or Go. This role focuses on building reliable backend systems, improving performance and security, and supporting cloud-native application architectures. You will collaborate with frontend engineers, DevOps teams, and product stakeholders to deliver production-ready solutions in a fast-paced, agile environment.
The ideal candidate has strong fundamentals in distributed systems, clean architecture, and database design.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain backend services and REST APIs
- Build scalable microservices and event-driven systems
- Optimize performance, reliability, and system security
- Design database schemas and write efficient SQL queries
- Integrate backend systems with cloud services and third-party APIs
- Participate in code reviews and maintain coding standards
- Write automated tests to ensure system stability
- Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD and deployment processes Requirements Requirements
- 4+ years of backend software development experience
- Strong experience in at least one: Python, Node.js, Java, or Go
- Experience designing RESTful APIs and microservices
- Strong database experience (PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar)
- Experience with Docker and containerized environments
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
- Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Kubernetes and distributed systems
- Experience with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS)
- Knowledge of caching systems (Redis or similar)
- Experience in high-availability production environments
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