Senior Back-end Software Engineer

Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Back-end Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain scalable, high-performance server-side applications. This role involves developing robust APIs, optimizing system performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable and secure software solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop scalable back-end systems and services
Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices
Write clean, efficient, and maintainable production-grade code
Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability
Design and manage databases and data models (SQL/NoSQL)
Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps teams
Implement security best practices and data protection measures
Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues and bugs
Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
5–8 years of experience in back-end development
Strong proficiency in at least one language (Java, Python, Node.js, Go, etc.)
Experience with API development and microservices architecture
Solid understanding of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.)
Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with distributed systems and high-scale applications
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience with event-driven architecture (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
Understanding of caching mechanisms (Redis, Memcached)

Key Skills

Backend architecture & system design
Problem-solving and debugging
Performance optimization
Collaboration and communication
Code quality and best practices

Senior Back-end Software Engineer/Remote

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