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Backend Engineer

G42 Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted: 06 Mar 2025

Financial

  • Estimate: $60k - $100k*
  • Zero income tax location

Accessibility

  • Hybrid
  • Visa Provided

Requirements

  • Experience: Intermediate
  • English: Professional

Position

As a Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing the backend systems of our AI products. Your role is crucial in creating intuitive, responsive, and engaging user experiences that meet the needs of our customers. You will work closely with product designers, frontend engineers, and AI engineers to deliver high-quality AI products that are both scalable and functionally robust.

Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: Full-time, Hybrid work policy available

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems for AI platforms, products, or applications.
  • Collaborate with frontend engineers to build efficient APIs.
  • Implement security best practices to protect application data.
  • Debug and resolve backend-related issues and performance bottlenecks.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience with strong proficiency in Python, Java, or another backend programming language.
  • Knowledge and hands-on experience in design patterns.
  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).
  • Understanding of RESTful API design and development.
  • Experience with logging, monitoring, and observability tools.
  • Proficiency with version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure).
  • Familiarity with various architectures, such as modular monolithic, microservices, and event-driven architecture.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Experience with message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka).

Skills and Attributes for Success:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
  • Understanding of UI/UX design principles and best practices.
  • Ability to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.

Culture and Benefits:

  • An open, diverse, and inclusive environment encouraging personal growth and industry-first innovations.
  • Outstanding learning, development, and growth opportunities through structured training programs and innovative projects.
  • Competitive remuneration package with various perks, including healthcare, education support, and leave benefits.

If you are a performance-driven, inquisitive individual eager to explore opportunities in the AI space, this position may be right for you.

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