Backend Developer

DigitalOps is seeking a Backend Developer responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users. Your primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, definition, and maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front end.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic.
• Writing reusable, testable, and efficient code.
• Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications.
• Implementation of security and data protection.
• Integration of data storage solutions.

Requirements, Knowledge, and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role (3+ years).
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency with backend programming languages - Node.js or Python.
• Understanding of Node.js and frameworks available for it (such as Express, StrongLoop).
• Good understanding of server-side templating languages.
• Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as HTML5, and CSS3.
• Cloud development experience using AWS & Serverless
• Experience with databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB), web servers.
• Understanding of accessibility and security compliance.
• User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments.
• Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system.
• Management of the hosting environment, including database administration and scaling an application to support load changes.
• Exceptional proficiency in writing and speaking English.