Job Description
A reputable tech-driven company is currently seeking an experienced Backend Developer skilled in both Node.js and Python to join their growing team in Lagos. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing, maintaining, and scaling robust backend systems to support enterprise applications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement scalable backend services using Node.js and Python (Flask or FastAPI).
- Build, integrate, and manage RESTful or GraphQL APIs for web and mobile applications.
- Work with relational and non-relational databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, and MongoDB.
- Optimize backend performance and ensure system scalability and security.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to deploy and manage services on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Apply best practices in containerization, CI/CD, and microservices architecture.
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in backend development roles.
- Proficient in JavaScript and Node.js; experience with TypeScript is an added advantage.
- Strong experience with Python and frameworks such as Flask or FastAPI.
- Working knowledge of Docker, OAuth2/JWT authentication, and Git version control.
- Familiarity with messaging systems like RabbitMQ or Kafka is a plus.
- Prior experience in FinTech or working with financial or tax data is highly desirable.
- Exposure to Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines will be considered a strong asset.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should send their CV and application to careerswithbams@gmail.com and techhire980@gmail.com with the subject line: Backend Developer.