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• Position: Java Backend Engineer


• Job Type Full Time , Remote


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 3 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Job Description

• As a Java Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining high performance and secure backend systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain server-side logic and APIs for web applications using Java programming language.


• Design, implement, and optimize scalable, high-performance, and secure backend systems.


• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate server-side components with user interfaces.


• Ensure the reliability, availability, and fault tolerance of backend systems by implementing appropriate error handling, logging, and monitoring mechanisms.


• Write efficient and reusable code following best practices and coding standards.


• Perform unit testing and debugging of backend components to identify and fix defects.


• Collaborate with database administrators to design and optimize database schemas, queries, and operations.


• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality, readability, and maintainability.


• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to backend development.


• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and QA engineers, to understand requirements and deliver high-quality software solutions.


• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in a timely manner.

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Strong proficiency in Java programming language and object-oriented design principles.


• Experience with backend frameworks and technologies such as Spring, Hibernate, or similar.


• Solid understanding of web application architecture and RESTful APIs.


• Proficiency in SQL and experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle).


• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile software development methodologies.


• Experience with testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit) and continuous integration tools (e.g., Jenkins).


• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing secure backend systems.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.


• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS, and related services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, and DynamoDB.


• Knowledge of AWS deployment and management tools like AWS Cloud Formation, Elastic Beanstalk, or AWS CLI.


• Understanding of AWS networking concepts and services such as VPC, Route 53, and Load Balancers.


• Familiarity with AWS server less technologies like AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and Step Functions.


• Experience with monitoring and logging tools in AWS, such as Cloud Watch, X-Ray, or AWS Elasticsearch.


• Knowledge of AWS security services and best practices, including IAM roles and policies, VPC security groups, and encryption.


• Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) concepts and experience with tools like AWS Cloud Formation or Terraform.


• Familiarity with AWS containerization and orchestration services like Amazon ECS or Amazon EKS.


• Ability to architect and design scalable, cost-effective, and highly available systems on AWS.


• Experience with performance optimization and troubleshooting in AWS environments.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


• Professional Certifications is a plus


• 3+ years proven experience as a Java backend engineer