Lagos, LA, Nigeria

Senior Backend Engineer

 Job Description:

Job brief

We are seeking an experienced Backend Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and Express.js. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that align with business needs.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement backend services and APIs using Node.js and Express.js.
  • Develop scalable and efficient solutions for complex business problems.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of frontend and backend components.
  • Implement best practices in software development, including coding standards, code reviews, and automated testing.
  • Utilize cloud services (AWS and Azure) to deploy and manage applications, leveraging services like EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, Azure VMs, Blob Storage, Functions, and SQL Database.
  • Implement real-time communication using WebSockets for bi-directional messaging in applications.
  • Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of backend systems.
  • Develops documentation, flowcharts, layouts, diagrams, charts, code comments, and clean code to explain and show solutions.
  • Determines and designs system specifications, standards, and programming to prepare and install solutions.
  • Work with Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration of applications.
  • Manage and automate CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins and GitHub Actions.
  • Monitor, analyze, and optimize backend performance using tools like Prometheus and Grafana.
  • Configure and manage server tools like Nginx, Apache HTTP Server, PM2, HAProxy, and Let's Encrypt for SSL termination, load balancing, and proxying.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in backend development with strong proficiency in Node.js and Express.js.
  • Extensive experience with cloud services (AWS and/or Azure) and their respective APIs.
  • Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and the npm ecosystem.
  • Experience with relational (e.g., PostgreSQL, Azure SQL Database) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, AWS DynamoDB).
  • Proficiency in using Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration.
  • Expertise in version control using Git and familiarity with branching strategies (GitFlow).
  • Hands-on experience with testing frameworks like Jest and API testing tools like Postman/Newman, Swagger UI.
  • Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies.
  • Experience in monitoring and logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, and ELK stack.
  • Familiarity with server tools including Nginx, Apache HTTP Server, PM2, HAProxy, and Let's Encrypt.
  • Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing technical challenges.
  • Effective communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Good communication skills.

Certifications or Qualifications is a Plus

  • Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Certifications in AWS or Azure (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Developer Associate).
  • Experience with microservices architecture and serverless computing.
  • Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the developer community.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health benefits package (terms and conditions apply).
  • Flexible working hours and remote work options.
  • Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.

About Lorgarithm

  • Lorgarithm LLC is a leading Human Resources company dedicated to improve the world through human and their professional career(s). We empower our team members to innovate and create cutting-edge solutions that drive our success in the market. Join us in shaping the future of professional career with your expertise and passion for technology.
  Required Skills:

High Availability Nginx Messaging API Testing Diagrams LLC NoSQL Pipelines Options Apache Version Control Scalability Microservices Load Analytical Skills Salary Kubernetes Participation Reviews Software Development Components PostgreSQL Node.js Architecture Storage Jenkins Human Resources Developers MongoDB Github Availability Docker Specifications Programming Integration Databases Information Technology Git Computer Science Documentation Software Testing SQL Design Engineering Business Communication Science