• Application Deadline:
• Position: Backend Engineer



• Job Type Contract , Remote



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Others



• Experience 2 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

We are looking for a talented and experienced Backend Engineer to join our team on a contract basis for 9 to 12 months. You’ll play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power our applications and services.

This is an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to contribute to meaningful projects in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain robust backend systems, APIs, and services


• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver high-quality features


• Ensure system performance, scalability, and security


• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code


• Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes


• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across development and production environments


• Contribute to technical design and architecture discussions

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a backend engineer (2+ years preferred)


• Proficiency in at least one backend language (e.g., C#, Python, Java, Node.js, etc.)


• Strong understanding of REST APIs, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and backend frameworks


• Experience with cloud services (AWS, Azure, or GCP)


• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (e.g., Git)


• Good understanding of security, performance optimization, and scalable architecture


• Strong communication and problem-solving skills


• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a contract role

Nice to Have:

• Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)


• Familiarity with message queues or event-driven architectures


• Knowledge of test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing frameworks

What We Offer:

• 100% remote work


• Competitive contract rate


• Flexible working hours


• Opportunity to work on a high-impact, user-facing product


• Collaborative team with a strong engineering culture