Back End Developer

Job Application Code: 003738 (add this to the application form)

Working Hours: Full-time position (8 hours/day, Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm AEST)

Overview

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Back End Developer to join our dynamic team. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs for our web applications. This role requires a strong understanding of server-side technologies and the ability to work with the latest tools and frameworks to deliver efficient and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and maintain robust, high-performance server-side applications using Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, or similar back-end frameworks.
Design and manage relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
Build and integrate RESTful APIs and GraphQL services to support front-end interactions.
Implement security best practices, ensuring data protection and preventing security breaches.
Optimize application performance and improve code quality through refactoring and clean code practices.
Collaborate closely with front-end developers to deliver seamless integration between front-end and back-end systems.
Write unit and integration tests to ensure code reliability and maintainability.
Utilize version control systems like Git to manage code repositories and collaborate on code reviews.
Troubleshoot and debug issues in a timely manner, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
Stay up to date with the latest back-end technologies and industry trends, recommending new tools or methods when necessary.

Qualifications:

Proven experience as a Back End Developer or similar role.
Strong proficiency in server-side languages such as Node.js, Python, Ruby, Java, or PHP.
Experience with database management systems, both relational (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
Knowledge of web application architecture and best practices for designing APIs and web services.
Familiarity with RESTful and GraphQL API development.
Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.