• Application Deadline:
• Position: Junior Backend Engineer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 2 - 3 years



• Location Lagos




• City Victoria Island




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Job Description (Summary)

As a Junior Backend Developer/Engineer, you will assist in designing, developing, and maintaining server-side logic and integrations for banking applications. You will work under the guidance of senior developers and contribute to delivering secure and efficient backend solutions.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side applications using .Net Core and other programming languages such as Python or Java.


• Collaborate on the design and management of relational databases (SQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).


• Assist in the development and integration of RESTful APIs to ensure smooth communication between frontend and backend systems.

Support Cloud & DevOps Initiatives

• Contribute to implementing cloud-based solutions using AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.


• Support Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Deployment (CD) efforts to improve development workflows.

Security & Compliance

• Adhere to secure coding practices to protect applications from potential vulnerabilities.


• Assist in ensuring compliance with industry standards such as PCI-DSS and GDPR.

Collaboration & Problem-Solving

• Work closely with senior developers, product managers, and other team members to align solutions with project goals.


• Assist in analyzing and resolving technical issues, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Learning & Innovation

• Stay updated on emerging technologies and methodologies to enhance development processes.


• Participate in team knowledge-sharing sessions and contribute ideas to improve the backend systems.

Required Competencies:

Technical              Behavioral           Strategic

• Proficiency in .Net Core, Python, or Java Strong teamwork skills   


• Process optimization


• Basic knowledge of AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud


• Effective communication                


• Task prioritization


• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and databases          


• Problem-solving mindset               


• Risk awareness 

Job Requirements

• HND/B.Sc. in Computer Science or other relevant discipline


• 2–3 years of experience in backend development, with exposure to .Net Core and related technologies.


• Relevant experience in the banking sector


• Familiarity with version control tools (e.g., Git)


• Basic understanding of DevOps practices and secure coding principles