Senior Backend Engineer

As a Senior Backend Engineer at the company, you will play a key role in the design, development, and optimization of advanced software systems that power our AI and analytics solutions. You will be responsible for building secure, scalable, and high-performing backend services while contributing to architectural discussions and leading the implementation of best practices across backend engineering efforts.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement robust, secure, and scalable backend services and APIs using technologies such as Java, Node.js, Python, or Go.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and backend architecture.
• Develop clean, reusable, and maintainable code using industry best practices.
• Build and manage containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Design and maintain scalable databases, particularly using PostgreSQL or MySQL.
• Implement security measures and authentication layers to protect backend APIs.
• Participate in overall product architecture discussions to ensure backend services align with system-wide goals.
• Contribute to Agile development cycles, including sprint planning, estimation, testing, and documentation.
• Assist in requirement analysis, effort estimation, and prioritization of backend development tasks.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, contributing to knowledge-sharing and technical growth across the team.
• Comply with QHSE (Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment) policies and related risk assessments.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of software engineering experience with strong backend development exposure.
• At least 3 years of experience working in Agile development environments within AI or analytics-focused organizations.
• Strong expertise in one or more backend technologies: Java, Node.js, Python, or Go.
• Proficient in building RESTful APIs using frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Experience implementing backend API security and authorization layers.
• Hands-on experience with Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with relational databases including PostgreSQL and MySQL.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, communication, and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep domain knowledge in AI, big data, or analytics platforms.
• Experience working in high-performance, data-intensive application environments.
• Passion for continuous improvement and innovation in backend engineering practices.

What We Look For:
Performance-driven, inquisitive individuals with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, eager to build meaningful collaborations and create customer-centric solutions, with a bias for action and a passion for Big Data Analytics.

What Working At the company Offers:

• Culture: An open, diverse, and inclusive environment with a global vision and focus on innovation.
• Career: Accelerate your career through high-impact projects and access to resources for continuous growth and learning opportunities.
• Rewards: Competitive remuneration with perks including healthcare, education support, and leave benefits.

The company is the region’s leading big data analytics company powered by generative AI. An ADX-listed public company with Abu Dhabi-based G42 as its majority shareholder, the company combines big data, analytics, and AI expertise to serve every sector, from every scale—driving business and societal impact. The company excels in all-source data interpretation to support insight-driven decision-making, shaping policy and creating safer, healthier, and more sustainable communities. Through a range of GenAI-powered products and solutions, the company enables public and private sector organizations to realize their AI strategies and ambitions faster.

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Work Conditions: On-site, Full-time