Senior Backend Engineer
5 hours ago
Job Description:
Job brief
We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior
Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining
scalable backend services and APIs using and You will work closely with
cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that align with business
needs.
- Design and implement backend services and APIs using and
- Develop scalable and efficient solutions for complex business problems.
- Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure
seamless integration of frontend and backend components. - Implement best practices in software development, including coding standards, code
reviews, and automated testing. - Utilize cloud services (AWS and Azure) to deploy and manage applications, leveraging
services like EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, Azure VMs, Blob Storage, Functions, and SQL
Database. - Implement real-time communication using WebSockets for bi-directional messaging in
applications. - Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of backend systems.
- Develops documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clean code to explain and show solutions.
- Determines and designs system specifications, standards, and programming to prepare and install solutions.
- Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of applications.
- Manage and automate CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
- Monitor, analyze, and optimize backend performance using tools like Prometheus and
Grafana. - Configure and manage server tools like Nginx, Apache HTTP Server, PM2, HAProxy, and
Let's Encrypt for SSL termination, load balancing, and proxying.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field
- 5+ years of experience in backend development with strong proficiency in and
- Extensive experience with cloud services (AWS and/or Azure) and their respective APIs.
- Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and the npm
ecosystem. - Experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, Azure SQL Database) and NoSQL databases
(e.g., MongoDB, AWS DynamoDB). - Proficiency in using Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
- Expertise in version control using Git and familiarity with branching strategies (GitFlow).
- Hands-on experience with testing frameworks like Jest and API testing tools like
Postman/Newman, Swagger UI. - Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies.
- Experience in monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
- Familiarity with server tools including Nginx, Apache HTTP Server, PM2, HAProxy, and
Let's Encrypt. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and
addressing technical challenges. - Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Good communication skills.
- Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field.
- Certifications in AWS or Azure (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Developer
Associate). - Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
- Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive health benefits package (terms and conditions apply).
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.
- Lorgarithm LLC is a leading Human Resources company dedicated to improve the world
through human and their professional career(s). We empower our team members to
innovate and create cutting-edge solutions that drive our success in the market. Join us in
shaping the future of professional career with your expertise and passion for technology.
Required Skills:
High Availability
Nginx
Messaging
API Testing
Diagrams
LLC
NoSQL
Pipelines
Options
Apache
Version Control
Scalability
Microservices
Load
Analytical Skills
Salary
Kubernetes
Participation
Reviews
Software Development
Components
PostgreSQL
Architecture
Storage
Jenkins
Human Resources
Developers
MongoDB
Github
Availability
Docker
Specifications
Programming
Integration
Databases
Information Technology
Git
Computer Science
Documentation
Software
Testing
SQL
Design
Engineering
Business
Communication
Science
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