Savannah Informatics Backend Developer Jobs in Kenya
Job Description
We are looking for 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, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. You will also be responsible for integrating the front-end elements built by your co-workers into the application; therefore, a basic understanding of front-end technologies is necessary as well.
If you’re dedicated and ambitious, and have a solid background in software engineering we’d like to hear from you!
Responsibilities
This individual will be responsible for:
Developing efficient and scalable backend code, adhering to coding standards, to meet business needs
Enhancing existing backend code for optimal performance and maintainability through refactoring and optimization
Collaborating with front-end developers to seamlessly integrate user-facing elements with backend logic
Developing and maintaining unit tests, integration tests, and automated testing suites to ensure the reliability and stability of the backend codebase
Expanding software functionality by implementing new features while considering user feedback and compatibility
Evaluate and prioritize feature requests based on feasibility, impact, and alignment with the software’s direction
Translating user requirements into effective technical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams
Contributing to the development of clear and comprehensive technical documentation that outlines the architecture, functionality, and usage of backend components
Implementing observability practices and proactive monitoring to ensure system health and performance
Continuously learning, sharing knowledge, and staying updated with backend development trends and technologies
Skills
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following:
Demonstrated understanding of fundamental principles in system design to create scalable, reliable and maintainable backend solutions.
Solid understanding in backend development preferably in at least Golang/ Python
Familiarity with some ORM (Object Relational Mapping) libraries
Strong understanding of API design principles encompassing both GraphQL for flexible data querying and REST for standardized data exchange and the ability to create well-documented and efficient APIs for frontend and external services
Ability to integrate backend systems with other components and external services.
Good understanding of server-side templating languages
Basic understanding of front-end technologies
Understanding of security & compliance best practices
Knowledge of user authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
Familiarity with event-driven programming in Golang / Python or any other language
Able to create database schemas that represent and support business processes
Experience with writing unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes). Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Proficient understanding of version control tools, enabling effective collaboration and code management
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Savannah Informatics Backend Developer Jobs in Kenya
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