Backend Developer

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Developer with strong expertise in Node.js, PostgreSQL, and cloud-based application development to help us build, scale, and optimize high-performance backend systems.

You will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining APIs, backend services, integrations, and database architecture while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability across our platforms.

This is a hands-on technical role for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership of backend architecture, and enjoys solving complex engineering challenges.

• Location: Dubai
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Model: In Person
• Experience: 4+ years
• Visa: Provided (if applicable)

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs
• Build secure, high-performance RESTful services using Node.js and TypeScript
• Develop and optimize PostgreSQL database structures, queries, and performance
• Integrate third-party APIs, payment systems, and external services
• Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, QA, and product teams to deliver reliable features
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code
• Implement authentication, authorization, and backend security best practices
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and system reliability
• Participate in system architecture discussions and technical planning
• Troubleshoot production issues and provide long-term scalable solutions
• Contribute to CI/CD workflows and deployment processes
• Ensure proper logging, monitoring, and debugging capabilities for backend services
• Maintain code quality through reviews, testing, and best engineering practices

Required Skills & Experience Core Technologies

• Node.js – Mid/Senior level
• PostgreSQL – Mid/Senior level
• TypeScript – Junior/Mid level
• Strong understanding of JavaScript backend architecture and asynchronous programming

Backend Development

• Experience building and consuming REST APIs
• Strong experience with backend service architecture and system integrations
• Experience with authentication systems (JWT, OAuth, session management)
• Knowledge of database optimization, indexing, query tuning, and migrations
• Experience handling high-volume transactional systems

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Basic understanding of Docker and containerized applications
• Experience working with Microsoft Azure services
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows
• Understanding of scalable backend deployment environments

Additional Experience

• Previous experience with third-party integrations and system integrations
• Experience in the iGaming industry is a plus
• If no iGaming experience, candidate must show willingness and openness to learn the business

Technical KnowledgeStrong understanding of:

• Backend architecture and scalable application design
• API security and secure coding practices
• PostgreSQL database management and optimization
• Error handling, logging, and monitoring
• Git workflows, branching strategies, and release management
• Distributed systems and microservices concepts

Experience with:

• Docker
• Azure App Services / Azure Functions
• CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps / GitLab pipelines)
• Message queues or event-driven systems (RabbitMQ, Kafka, etc.) is a plus
• Caching technologies such as Redis is a plus

Nice to Have

• Experience with microservices architecture
• Experience with high-availability and distributed systems
• Knowledge of WebSockets or real-time systems
• Experience with payment systems or fintech integrations
• Understanding of DevOps and cloud-native application development
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration
• Experience with automated testing frameworks

What We’re Looking For

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ownership mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Passion for writing clean, scalable, and maintainable code
• Comfortable working in fast-moving, high-performance environments
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• Do you have previous experience working in the iGaming industry or with gaming-related platforms? Yes or No
• Do you have previous experience working in the iGaming industry or with gaming-related platforms?

Please answer based on your personal experience only — AI-generated or copied answers are not accepted.

Experience:

• work: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person