Backend Developer

Job Title: Backend Developer (System Design & Ownership)Job Type

• Full-time (On-site)

Work Location

• In-person

Condition apply

Applicants must be Lahore-based and available for on-site interviews only. Online interviews will not be conducted.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Backend Developer who goes beyond just building APIs ,someone who can think in systems, design scalable architectures, and take full ownership of backend platforms.

This is a hands-on engineering role with strong involvement in technical decision-making, system design, and long-term architecture planning.

Experience Required

• Level: 6+ years of backend development experience

Key Responsibilities Technical & Development

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and services
• Build RESTful or Graphlet APIs and microservices
• Ensure performance, scalability, reliability, and security of systems
• Optimize database design, queries, caching, and response times
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production and development issues
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment strategies

Architecture & Ownership

• Take ownership of backend architecture and continuously improve it
• Make critical technical decisions related to performance and scalability
• Identify system bottlenecks and optimize efficiency
• Ensure system stability, maintainability, and security

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead architectural design discussions and define backend standards
• Mentor junior and mid-level developers
• Conduct code reviews and enforce best practices
• Collaborate with frontend, product, QA, and DevOps teams
• Contribute to planning, estimation, and technical documentation

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering, or equivalent
• Strong experience in Node.js, Python, Java, C#,
• Solid understanding of system design and distributed systems
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs and backend development principles
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Hands-on experience with SQL & NoSQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB)
• Knowledge of authentication, security, and data protection
• Experience with Git version control
• Understanding of caching and performance optimization
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to take ownership and work independently
• Good communication and teamwork skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Software Engineering recognized university, or equivalent practical experience.

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Knowledge of Docker and CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)
• Experience working on high-scale systems
• Prior experience mentoring or leading developers

Tools & Technologies

• Node.js / Python / Java / C# / PHP
• MySQL / PostgreSQL / MongoDB
• Git
• Docker
• CI/CD tools
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on scalable and high-impact systems
• High ownership and involvement in technical decisions
• Collaborative and growth-oriented environment
• Competitive compensation package

Backend Developer – Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)

1. Project Understanding

• Review project requirements and technical specifications
• Clarify requirements with product manager or team lead

2. Development Standards

• Follow coding standards and best practices
• Write clean, modular, and reusable code
• Use proper naming conventions and structured architecture

3. Version Control

• Use Git for all changes
• Work with feature branches
• Submit pull requests and get approval before merging

4. API Development

• Design RESTful APIs with proper structure
• Implement authentication and authorization
• Validate inputs and handle errors properly
• Maintain up-to-date API documentation

5. Database Management

• Design optimized database schemas
• Use migrations for schema updates
• Ensure data security and backup practices

6. Testing & Debugging

• Write unit and integration tests
• Test APIs using tools like Postman
• Fix bugs before deployment

7. Deployment Process

• Follow CI/CD pipeline procedures
• Verify configurations and environment variables
• Monitor logs and performance post-deployment

8. Security Practices

• Protect sensitive data and credentials
• Implement authentication, encryption, and access control
• Regularly update dependencies and patches

9. Documentation

• Maintain technical documentation (APIs, DB, workflows)
• Update documentation after changes

10. Communication & Reporting

• Provide regular progress updates
• Report blockers or issues immediately
• Participate in sprint planning and team meetings

Additional Notes

• Strong system design mindset is highly preferred
• Ability to handle end-to-end backend ownership is critical

Pay: Rs200,000.00 - Rs300,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person