• Application Deadline:
• Position: Backend Engineer, DotNet (Core Banking Systems)


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  

Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer with expertise in .NET development to take a lead role in building and maintaining our core banking system.


• The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable, distributed applications, ensuring high performance and reliability to support our growing customer base. This is a challenging and impactful role for someone passionate about backend development, distributed systems, and the financial technology domain.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and maintenance of our core banking system using .NET technologies.


• Architect and implement scalable and distributed solutions to handle high traffic and ensure system reliability.


• Provide technical leadership and expertise in .NET development, guiding the team in best practices and architectural decisions.


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to align technical solutions with business requirements.


• Optimize and enhance the performance of the core banking system to handle large-scale traffic and meet service level objectives.


• Conduct thorough performance analysis and implement improvements to ensure the system's responsiveness.


• Implement and enforce security best practices to ensure the integrity and confidentiality of financial data.


• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards in the banking sector.


• Lead troubleshooting efforts, identifying root causes and implementing solutions to minimize downtime.


• Maintain comprehensive documentation for system architecture, APIs, and deployment processes.

Requirements

• First Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related courses (Must have completed NYSC)


• Proven experience (5+ years) in backend development using .NET technologies.


• Strong expertise in building and maintaining distributed systems.


• Experience with high-traffic and high-availability applications, preferably in the financial sector.


• Proficiency in database design and optimization, with experience in SQL and/or NoSQL databases.


• Knowledge of security principles and best practices in financial applications.


• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.


• Experience in the finance or fintech sector is a plus.


• Excellent communication skills and impeccable attention to detail.


• Professional fluency in English is vital, both written and spoken.


• Ability to effectively collaborate and contribute positively to a team.


• Desire and aptitude for learning new concepts on the job.


• Proactiveness; going beyond the obvious, gathering complex data to get to the heart of issues.


• Time management - Ability to prioritize tasks, multi-task, manage deadlines and work efficiently.


• Accountability – Being reliable, dependable, organized, and take responsibility for actions.