Job Description

Project descriptionWe are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain the backend architecture that powers our products. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the scalability, security, and performance of our applications. This is a leadership role that requires technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and the ability to mentor junior developers.Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure backend systems. Develop and maintain APIs (RESTful, GraphQL, or others) to support mobile and web applications. Optimize backend performance to ensure low latency and high availability. Collaborate with front-end developers, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver seamless integration. Implement security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and data protection. Manage databases, including schema design, optimization, and troubleshooting (SQL and NoSQL). Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code while adhering to coding standards and best practices. Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to maintain code quality. Stay updated with the latest technologies and propose solutions to improve the backend ecosystem.

SKILLSMust have

• Educational Background: Bachelor's/Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. Technical Expertise: Proficiency in backend programming languages like Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby, Go, or similar. Experience with frameworks like Django, Express.js, Spring Boot, etc. Strong knowledge of API design and development (REST/GraphQL). Expertise in working with databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis). Familiarity with message queues and event-driven architecture (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka). Hands-on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Proficient in containerization and orchestration (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Other Skills: Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps principles. Strong problem-solving and debugging skills. Knowledge of microservices architecture. Familiarity with version control systems like Git. Soft Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Leadership qualities with experience mentoring or leading teams.

Nice to haveExperience with distributed systems or high-traffic applications. Knowledge of caching mechanisms (e.g., Memcached, Redis). Experience with serverless architecture.

Luxoft