Backend Developer – Java

Job Summary

We are looking to employ an experienced Backend developer who will be responsible for working on applications at the backend collaborating with other team members to build scalable applications for various sectors

Responsibilities

Participate in the entire application lifecycle, focusing on coding and debugging
Write clean code to develop functional web applications
Troubleshoot and debug applications
Perform UI tests to optimize performance
Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve legacy applications
Collaborate with Front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
Gather and address technical and design requirements
Provide training and support to internal teams
Make use of and build reusable code and libraries for future use
Liaise with developers, designers and system administrators to identify new features
Follow emerging technologies
Qualification & Experience

BSc. / HND in Computer Science or any related discipline
Minimum of 2 years’ work experience in a similar capacity.
Core Technical Skills:
Programming Languages:
Proficiency in at least one backend language:

JavaScript
Java (Spring Boot).
API Development & Integration:

RESTful API design and development
Experience with GraphQL is a plus
API documentation.
Database Management:

Strong in SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis)
Ability to design normalized schemas and optimize queries.
Authentication & Authorization:

Implementing secure user authentication (JWT, OAuth2)
Role-based access control (RBAC).
Version Control:

Proficiency with Git and workflows (e.g., GitFlow)
Experience with platforms like GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket.