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The Senior Backend Engineer - Remote United States
Overview:
The Senior Backend Engineer plays a crucial role in our organization, responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend infrastructure of our software applications. This role is essential in ensuring the scalability, security, and performance of our systems.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop scalable and secure backend services and APIs.
Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability.
Develop and maintain database schemas, indexes, and queries.
Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to other team members.
Implement security and data protection measures.
Monitor and improve system performance.
Debug and resolve technical issues.
Stay updated with industry trends and best practices.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
Proven experience as a Backend Engineer or similar role.
Solid understanding of backend technologies such as Node.js, Python, or Java.
Proficiency in database management (SQL, NoSQL).
Experience with RESTful API design and implementation.
Strong understanding of microservices architecture.
Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Experience with test-driven development and continuous integration.
Familiarity with Agile methodologies.
Strong understanding of version control systems such as Git.
Ability to mentor and guide junior team members.