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Senior Backend Engineer - Cloud-Native Applications
Posted 21 days ago
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Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Backend Engineer to join their dynamic, fully remote engineering team. You will be a key contributor to the design, development, and deployment of scalable, high-performance cloud-native applications. This role requires a deep understanding of backend systems, microservices architecture, and modern cloud technologies. You will work collaboratively with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers to deliver exceptional software solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact on its core products, all while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote role. The position is based in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, KE , but is a remote-first position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code using languages such as Python, Go, or Java.
- Develop and manage robust APIs and microservices that support frontend applications and integrate with third-party services.
- Architect and implement scalable database solutions (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Cassandra) and caching mechanisms.
- Deploy and manage applications on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP, leveraging containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Write comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and system stability.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to establish and improve CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
- Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems, identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks.
- Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and contributing to a culture of technical excellence.
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices in backend development and cloud computing.
- Contribute to architectural discussions and decisions, helping to shape the future direction of our technology stack.
- Ensure the security and integrity of data and applications.
- Work closely with product managers to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions, all within a remote work framework.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5+ years of professional experience in backend software development.
- Proven expertise in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Go, Java, Node.js).
- Strong experience with designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
- Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) and data modeling.
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, essential for a fully remote team environment.
- Experience with agile development methodologies.
- Knowledge of distributed systems and asynchronous processing is a plus.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking company and make a significant impact on its core products, all while enjoying the benefits of a fully remote role. The position is based in Ongata Rongai, Kajiado, KE , but is a remote-first position.
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Senior Backend Engineer - Cloud-Native Applications
Posted 6 days ago
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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their fully remote, innovative IT team. This role is critical in designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems and cloud-native applications. You will play a key role in architecting solutions, writing efficient code, and collaborating with frontend engineers and DevOps teams to deliver exceptional digital products. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of modern programming languages, database management, cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP), and distributed systems, coupled with a passion for creating elegant and effective technical solutions. Responsibilities include:
This is a 100% remote position, requiring a self-motivated individual with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with colleagues across different time zones. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field is required. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development, with significant experience in building cloud-native applications, is essential. Expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and proficiency in multiple backend programming languages are highly valued. Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a strong plus. If you are a seasoned backend engineer passionate about building cutting-edge solutions in a remote setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity within our client's team, supporting projects related to Bungoma, Bungoma, KE .
- Designing, developing, and deploying scalable and reliable backend services and APIs.
- Writing clean, efficient, well-documented, and testable code in one or more backend languages (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go).
- Collaborating closely with frontend developers, product managers, and QA engineers to translate requirements into functional software.
- Designing and optimizing database schemas and queries for performance and scalability (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB).
- Implementing and managing cloud infrastructure using services from providers like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
- Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues in production environments.
- Participating in code reviews to ensure code quality, best practices, and adherence to architectural standards.
- Architecting microservices and distributed systems, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
- Mentoring junior engineers, providing technical guidance, and fostering a culture of continuous learning.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest technologies, frameworks, and industry trends in backend development and cloud computing.
- Contributing to technical design discussions and architectural decisions.
This is a 100% remote position, requiring a self-motivated individual with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a distributed team. Strong communication skills are essential for collaborating with colleagues across different time zones. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field is required. A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development, with significant experience in building cloud-native applications, is essential. Expertise in at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) and proficiency in multiple backend programming languages are highly valued. Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) and message queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ) is a strong plus. If you are a seasoned backend engineer passionate about building cutting-edge solutions in a remote setting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity within our client's team, supporting projects related to Bungoma, Bungoma, KE .
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