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Back-End Engineer

Information & Technology > Application/Web Development

Summary

A Back-End Engineer is responsible for server-side web application logic and integration of the work front-end developers do. They write web services and APIs used by front-end developers and mobile application developers.

Responsibilities

Developing and maintaining all server-side network components,

Ensuring optimal performance of the central database and responsiveness to front-end requests,

Collaborating with front-end developers on the integration of elements,

Designing customer-facing UI and back-end services for various business processes,

Developing high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient code,

Implementing effective security protocols, data protection measures, and storage solutions,

Running diagnostic tests, repairing defects, and providing technical support,

Documenting Node.js processes, including database schemas, as well as preparing reports.

Qualifications and Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information science, or similar,

At least three years of experience as a Back-End Developer,

Hands-on experience with programming languages like Java, Ruby, PHP, Python, and .Net,

Experience with cloud messaging APIs, usage of push notifications, and cloud database management,

Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3,

Familiarity with database technology such as MySQL, Oracle, and MongoDB,

Excellent communication and teamwork skills,

Great attention to detail and time-management skills.

Skills (15)

Python
ExpertCritical Importance
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.NET
AdvancedHigh Importance
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C#
AdvancedHigh Importance
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Communication
AdvancedHigh Importance
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GraphQL
AdvancedHigh Importance
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Java
AdvancedHigh Importance
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PostgreSQL
AdvancedHigh Importance
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REST
AdvancedHigh Importance
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Time Management
AdvancedHigh Importance
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Amazon Web Services (AWS)
IntermediateHigh Importance
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Docker
IntermediateHigh Importance
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JSON Web Tokens (JWTs)
IntermediateHigh Importance
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Kubernetes
IntermediateHigh Importance
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Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe)
IntermediateHigh Importance
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Git
IntermediateMedium Importance
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Role Overview

  • Experience required6 years
  • Skills15
  • CustomizableYes

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