Back End Developer

Location: Lagos stateEmployment Type: Full-timeJob DescriptionWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Back-End Developer to join our development team.The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, APIs, and database systems that power our applications.You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions.ResponsibilitiesServer-Side Development: Design, build, and maintain robust, scalable, and secure server-side applications and services using [insert relevant languages or frameworks, e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, .NET].API Development and Integration: Develop and maintain RESTful or GraphQL APIs for front-end consumption and third-party integrations.Database Design and Management: Design and manage relational and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB). Optimize queries for performance and scalability.Application Architecture: Contribute to the design and development of the application architecture to support current and future business requirements.Security and Compliance: Implement data protection and security best practices, including authentication, authorization, and encryption.Testing and Debugging: Write and maintain unit, integration, and performance tests. Troubleshoot and debug issues in staging and production environments.Version Control and CI/CD: Use Git for source control. Participate in code reviews, and contribute to continuous integration and deployment pipelines.Documentation: Maintain comprehensive technical documentation for services, systems, and processes to ensure clarity and future maintainability.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams including front-end developers, UI/UX designers, QA testers, and DevOps to deliver complete and cohesive products.Qualifications And RequirementsHND / BSc degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field4+ years of hands-on back-end development experienceProven track record of building scalable back-end systems and APIsProficient in at least one back-end programming language (e.g., Node.js, Python, Java, Ruby, PHP, C#)Experience with frameworks like Express.js, Django, Spring Boot, or LaravelStrong understanding of database systems (SQL and/or NoSQL)Experience with containerization tools (e.g., Docker) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)Familiarity with API standards, caching strategies, and message queues (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka)Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitHub Actions)Knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols (e.g., OAuth2, JWT)Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Scrum, Jira)Exposure to serverless computing or event-driven architecturesApplication Closing Date30th June, 2025.How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates should send their Application to: jobs@choicetalents.com.ng using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.