Backend Software Engineer

About
Develops and maintains server-side logic, databases, and APIs, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency for analytical and AI-powered applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust backend systems ensuring high performance and reliability
• Develop RESTful or GraphQL APIs to connect frontend interfaces with server-side logic and third-party services
• Implement data protection measures, authentication protocols, and security best practices
• Identify and resolve bottlenecks in code, database queries, or infrastructure to enhance application speed and scalability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system architecture and integrations
• Work closely with DevOps for CI/CD, deployment, and automation
• Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure system reliability and troubleshoot production issues

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend software engineering
• Strong proficiency in Python and at least one other language (Golang, Rust, Java, etc.) for backend development
• Experience in designing & implementing RESTful APIs or GraphQL services
• Experience with microservices architecture, messaging systems (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka), and distributed systems
• Familiarity with API versioning, authentication mechanisms (OAuth, JWT), and best practices for secure API development
• Hands-on experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with cloud services (e.g., AWS, Azure) and tools like Git, Jenkins, or Terraform
• Experience in developing production-ready AI/ML-powered solutions

Location
Abu Dhabi (Onsite), United Arab Emirates