Senior Backend Engineer at Interswitch Group

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Lagos

Posted 6 months ago

Job Title: Senior Backend Engineer

Activities

Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices that power our web and mobile applications.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize features, requirements, and technical solutions that will drive innovation.
Lead the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable software architecture that meets functional and non-functional requirements.
Implement security measures to protect our systems and data.
Develop automated tests and participate in code reviews to ensure the quality and reliability of the software.
Mentor and coach other team members to improve their technical skills and contribute to the overall success of the team.
Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development.

Candidate Profile

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
5+ years of experience in back-end software engineering.
Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
Knowledge of cloud-based computing platforms, such as AWS or Azure.
Understanding of software development methodologies, including agile and DevOps.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring other engineers.
Experience with serverless architecture, such as AWS Lambda or Azure Functions.
Knowledge of message queueing systems, such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
Experience working in an innovation lab or startup environment.