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Nexus Health Solutions (Pvt) Ltd.

About the RoleWe&rsquo;re looking for a Backend Engineer experienced in building and scaling backend systems that power web, mobile, and multi-platform applications. You&rsquo;ll work across modern backend stacks&mdash;.NET, Java, Node.js, Python, and cloud-native services&mdash;while architecting robust data models and highly performant APIs.This role emphasizes Azure cloud engineering, SQL/Postgres database architecture, and the ability to support backend functionality for both web applications (React/.NET) and mobile clients (iOS/Android/React Native).Responsibilities:Backend Engineering Across Web &amp; Mobile Applications<ul><li>Design and develop backend services for web platforms (React, Java-based systems) and mobile applications (iOS, Android, React Native).</li><li>Build and maintain REST/GraphQL APIs consumed by multiple client applications.</li><li>Implement secure authentication/authorization flows, data access layers, and business logic frameworks.</li><li>Develop backend modules using .NET, Java, Node.js/Express, depending on the system.</li></ul>Database Engineering &amp; Data Architecture (Primary Focus)<ul><li>Design relational schemas, optimize queries, and architect scalable datasets using SQL and Postgres.</li><li>Implement performance tuning, indexing strategies, migrations, partitioning, and replication.</li><li>Build data pipelines, caching layers, ETL processes, and data integrations across platforms.</li></ul>Azure Cloud Architecture<ul><li>Build scalable cloud-native backend components using:</li><li>Azure Functions</li><li>Azure App Service</li><li>Azure API Management</li><li>Azure SQL / Azure Database for PostgreSQL</li><li>Azure Cosmos DB</li><li>Azure Event Grid / Service Bus</li><li>Implement monitoring, logging, metrics, and distributed tracing across services.</li><li>Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices.</li></ul>Integration &amp; Platform Engineering<ul><li>Integrate with identity providers, messaging platforms, analytics services, and payment gateways.</li><li>Support backend orchestration for multi-platform frontends, ensuring consistency, reliability, and high performance.</li><li>Collaborate with mobile, web, and platform teams to define system requirements and architectural patterns.</li></ul>Quality, Reliability &amp; Operations<ul><li>Develop automated tests (unit, integration, end-to-end) and enforce backend quality standards.</li><li>Improve system observability, resiliency, and error-handling across distributed environments.</li><li>Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and production readiness evaluations.</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>3+ years backend engineering experience, building production systems for web and/or mobile applications.</li><li>Strong expertise in SQL and Postgres, including schema design, indexing, performance tuning, and data modeling.</li><li>Experience building backend services using .NET, Java, Node.js, or Python.</li><li>Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services (Azure Functions, App Service, API Management, Cosmos DB, Event Grid/Service Bus).</li><li>Proficiency with REST/GraphQL API design and system integration patterns.</li><li>Understanding of microservices, event-driven architecture, and distributed system concepts.</li><li>Knowledge of authentication standards (OAuth2, JWT, identity providers) and secure backend patterns.</li><li>Familiarity with CI/CD, testing frameworks, cloud monitoring, and observability tools.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience with high-scale systems or multi-tenant architectures.</li><li>Exposure to React-based frontend architecture or mobile backend support workflows.</li><li>Experience with containerization (Docker) or Kubernetes.</li><li>Knowledge of caching systems (Redis) and message brokers (Kafka or Service Bus).</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs200,000.00 - Rs250,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Backend Engineer

PEARL

Department: Technical
 Work Arrangement: Remote
 Job Type: Independent Contractor, Full Time
 Work Schedule: US Time Zone (candidate expected to be flexible with the client's preference)
 Locations: Philippines, LATAM, and other remote regions with excellent English communication skills
 
About Pearl Talent: 
Pearl works with the top 1% of candidates from around the world and connects them with the best startups in the US and EU. Our clients have raised over $5B in aggregate and are backed by companies like OpenAI, a16z, and Founders Fund. They're looking for the sharpest, hungriest candidates who they can consistently promote and work with over many years. Candidates we've hired have been flown out to the US and EU to work with their clients, and even promoted to roles that match folks onshore in the US.
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Why Work with Us?: 
At Pearl, we're not just another recruiting firm—we connect you with exceptional opportunities to work alongside visionary US and EU founders. Our focus is on placing you in roles where you can grow, be challenged, and build long-term, meaningful careers.
 
Role Overview: 
The Backend Engineer designs, builds, and scales server-side systems, data infrastructure, and integration pipelines that power modern applications across diverse industries including PropTech, AI-powered platforms, SaaS products, and data-intensive startups. This is often a foundational hire where you'll have true ownership in shaping backend architecture, working directly with technical leadership and cross-functional teams to build systems from the ground up. You'll architect scalable cloud infrastructure, implement robust ETL/ELT pipelines ingesting large data streams, manage search and AI integrations, and ensure reliability, performance, and security across all backend systems. This role requires engineers who combine deep technical expertise with systems thinking, building infrastructure that supports real-time product discovery, generative AI experiences, and high-volume data processing.
 
Your Impact: 
Your backend architecture will form the foundation enabling applications to scale from initial launch to millions of users without performance degradation. By building robust data pipelines and integration systems, you'll unlock value from diverse data sources, transforming raw data into actionable intelligence. Your infrastructure decisions will directly impact system reliability, cost efficiency, and development velocity across engineering teams. Through thoughtful API design and integration architecture, you'll enable seamless connections between systems, third-party services, and AI capabilities. Your work on search infrastructure and vector databases will power intelligent product discovery and AI-driven experiences. By establishing engineering best practices, monitoring systems, and security protocols, you'll create operational excellence that prevents outages and protects sensitive data.
 
Core Responsibilities: 
Backend Architecture & Cloud Infrastructure (30%)
 <ul>
<li>Design and implement scalable backend architecture supporting high-traffic applications</li>
<li>Set up and manage cloud infrastructure including VPCs, IAM, security groups, and networking (AWS preferred, GCP/Azure)</li>
<li>Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Pulumi, or CloudFormation</li>
<li>Define backend architecture standards, API design patterns, and system integration strategies</li>
<li>Build cost-optimized cloud strategies balancing performance and infrastructure spend</li>
<li>Design microservices architecture or monolithic systems based on business requirements</li>
<li>Implement containerization strategies using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes</li>
<li>Establish monitoring, logging, and observability frameworks for system health tracking</li>
<li>Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and backup strategies</li>
</ul>
Server-Side Development & API Design (25%)
 <ul>
<li>Develop scalable server-side applications using Node.js, TypeScript, Python, or Golang</li>
<li>Build robust RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints with proper error handling and documentation</li>
<li>Implement authentication, authorization, and security protocols (OAuth, JWT, API keys)</li>
<li>Optimize backend performance for speed, efficiency, and resource utilization</li>
<li>Design database schemas and queries for SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases</li>
<li>Build real-time features using WebSockets, Server-Sent Events, or streaming technologies</li>
<li>Implement caching strategies using Redis or Memcached for performance optimization</li>
<li>Write clean, maintainable, well-tested backend code following best practices</li>
</ul>
Data Integration & ETL/ELT Pipelines (25%)
 <ul>
<li>Build and scale ETL/ELT pipelines ingesting large data streams from diverse sources (REST, XML, EDI APIs)</li>
<li>Design resilient, idempotent data loaders that evolve with external data source changes</li>
<li>Deploy and manage orchestration tools (Airflow, Dagster, Prefect) for workflow automation</li>
<li>Build and maintain dbt pipelines with automated testing, CI/CD workflows, and version control</li>
<li>Implement data transformation logic ensuring data quality, validation, and error handling</li>
<li>Integrate streaming data platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, RabbitMQ) for real-time data processing</li>
<li>Design schema-flexible pipelines handling varying data structures gracefully</li>
<li>Manage data warehousing solutions (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift) for analytics and reporting</li>
</ul>
Search, AI & Advanced Integrations (15%)
 <ul>
<li>Manage search infrastructure including Elasticsearch or OpenSearch clusters for product discovery</li>
<li>Implement vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant) supporting AI/ML features</li>
<li>Support AI integrations through embeddings, RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation), and LLM frameworks</li>
<li>Integrate with AI frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex) for intelligent application features</li>
<li>Build feature stores and model ops infrastructure supporting ML model deployment</li>
<li>Implement recommendation systems and semantic search capabilities</li>
<li>Optimize search relevance, ranking algorithms, and query performance</li>
<li>Support generative AI experiences with proper prompt engineering and context management</li>
</ul>
DevOps, Testing & System Reliability (5%)
 <ul>
<li>Implement CI/CD pipelines automating testing, building, and deployment processes</li>
<li>Establish automated testing frameworks (unit, integration, end-to-end) ensuring code quality</li>
<li>Monitor system performance using DataDog, Grafana, Prometheus, or CloudWatch</li>
<li>Implement security best practices including data encryption, secure API design, and vulnerability scanning</li>
<li>Optimize database performance through query optimization, indexing, and connection pooling</li>
<li>Manage system scaling strategies (horizontal, vertical) based on load patterns</li>
<li>Conduct code reviews and maintain engineering documentation</li>
<li>Ensure data quality, observability, and operational excellence</li>
</ul>
Requirements: 
Must-Haves (Required): 
<ul>
<li>Experience: 1-3+ years designing and building scalable backend systems and server-side applications</li>
<li>Programming Languages: Strong proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, Python, or Golang</li>
<li>Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS (preferred), GCP, or Azure including infrastructure setup</li>
<li>Database Expertise: Experience with both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases</li>
<li>API Development: Proven experience building RESTful APIs with proper architecture and documentation</li>
<li>ETL/ELT Pipelines: Experience building data integration pipelines and handling diverse data sources</li>
<li>Infrastructure as Code: Familiarity with Terraform, Pulumi, CloudFormation, or similar IaC tools</li>
<li>System Design: Strong understanding of distributed systems, scalability patterns, and architecture principles</li>
<li>Problem-Solving: Excellent debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical skills</li>
<li>Code Quality: Commitment to clean code, testing, and engineering best practices</li>
<li>Communication: Strong written and verbal English with ability to explain technical concepts clearly</li>
<li>Collaboration: Experience working cross-functionally with product, frontend, and data teams</li>
</ul>
Nice-to-Haves (Preferred): 
<ul>
<li>5+ years of backend engineering experience including ETL/ELT pipeline development</li>
<li>Experience building systems from scratch as foundational engineering hire</li>
<li>Hands-on experience with orchestration tools (Airflow, Dagster, Prefect)</li>
<li>Knowledge of streaming platforms (Kafka, Kinesis, RabbitMQ)</li>
<li>Experience with data warehousing (Snowflake, BigQuery, Redshift)</li>
<li>Proficiency with search engines (Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, Algolia)</li>
<li>Experience with vector databases (Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant) and embeddings</li>
<li>Knowledge of ML/AI fundamentals including feature stores and model ops</li>
<li>Familiarity with AI frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex) for RAG implementations</li>
<li>Experience with dbt (data build tool) for data transformation workflows</li>
<li>Understanding of PropTech, real estate technology, or property management systems</li>
<li>Experience with Next.js, Express.js, NestJS, or similar backend frameworks</li>
<li>Knowledge of GraphQL API design and implementation</li>
<li>Familiarity with message queues and event-driven architectures</li>
<li>Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)</li>
</ul>
Tools Proficiency: 
Must-Haves (Required): 
<ul>
<li>Programming: Node.js, TypeScript, Python (strong proficiency in at least two)</li>
<li>Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, VPC), GCP, or Azure</li>
<li>Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or equivalent SQL/NoSQL systems</li>
<li>Version Control: Git, GitHub, GitLab for code management</li>
<li>API Development: RESTful API design, Postman or similar testing tools</li>
</ul>
Nice-to-Haves (Preferred): 
<ul>
<li>Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, Pulumi, CloudFormation</li>
<li>Orchestration: Apache Airflow, Dagster, Prefect for workflow management</li>
<li>Streaming: Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, RabbitMQ</li>
<li>Data Warehousing: Snowflake, Google BigQuery, AWS Redshift</li>
<li>Search Engines: Elasticsearch, OpenSearch, Algolia</li>
<li>Vector Databases: Pinecone, Weaviate, Qdrant, Milvus</li>
<li>AI Frameworks: LangChain, LlamaIndex for LLM applications</li>
<li>Data Transformation: dbt (data build tool) for analytics engineering</li>
<li>Caching: Redis, Memcached for performance optimization</li>
<li>Monitoring: DataDog, Grafana, Prometheus, CloudWatch</li>
<li>CI/CD: GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Jenkins, GitLab CI</li>
<li>Containerization: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS/EKS</li>
<li>Backend Frameworks: Express.js, NestJS, FastAPI, Next.js API routes</li>
<li>Testing: Jest, Pytest, Mocha for automated testing</li>
<li>Message Queues: SQS, SNS, RabbitMQ for async processing</li>
</ul>
Benefits: 
<ul>
<li>Competitive Salary: Based on experience and skills</li>
<li>Remote Work: Fully remote — work from anywhere</li>
<li>Generous PTO: In accordance with company policy</li>
<li>Direct Mentorship: Access to global industry leaders</li>
<li>Learning & Development: Continuous growth resources</li>
<li>Global Networking: Work with international teams</li>
<li>Health Coverage (Philippines only): HMO after 3 months (full-time)</li>
</ul>
Our Recruitment Process: 
<ul>
<li>Application</li>
<li>Skills Assessment</li>
<li>Initial Screening</li>
<li>Top-grading Interview</li>
<li>Client Matching</li>
<li>Job Offer</li>
<li>Onboarding</li>
</ul>
Ready to Join Pearl Talent?: 
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Backend Engineer - EG004

Big Byte Insights

We are seeking a Backend Engineer with 1&ndash;2 years of hands-on experience in Go (Golang) and Python, with strong proficiency in Django and modern backend development practices. The ideal candidate will be capable of designing scalable systems, optimizing application performance, and working effectively within cloud-native environments. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and maintain backend services using Go and Python.</li><li>Design and implement REST APIs and backend components using Django and related Python frameworks.</li><li>Utilize Redis for caching, session management, and high-speed data access.</li><li>Build and manage asynchronous background tasks using Celery, including scheduled and cron-based automation workflows.</li><li>Optimize server-side performance to support high-concurrency workloads.</li><li>Deploy and manage applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud infrastructure.</li><li>Integrate and maintain third-party APIs, including payment platforms such as Stripe.</li><li>Diagnose and resolve backend performance, scalability, and reliability issues.</li><li>Write clean, efficient, testable, and well-structured code following industry best practices.</li></ul>Send your resume to pplsuccess@bigbyte.com with the subject line &quot; Backend Engineer&quot;Locatin: Cantt, Lahore Job Type: Full-time, OnsiteJob Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Python/Django & Golang Developer

Upmotion Tech

Job Title: AI ML EngineerCompany: Upmotion Tech Location: Gulberg, Lahore Job Type: Full-timeRole OverviewWe are looking for a skilled AI Engineer with strong Python expertise to build and scale AI-powered applications. This role focuses on developing intelligent backend systems, integrating large language models, and designing AI agents that automate tasks and support decision-making. You will work closely with product and engineering teams to turn AI concepts into reliable, production-ready solutions.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and maintain AI-driven applications using Python</li><li>Design, build, and integrate AI agents for task automation and intelligent workflows</li><li>Implement vector-based embedding storage, search, and retrieval systems</li><li>Integrate large language models and AI services into backend architectures</li><li>Optimize AI pipelines for performance, reliability, and scalability</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into technical solutions</li></ul>Required Skills &amp; Experience<ul><li>Strong proficiency in Python for backend and AI development</li><li>Practical experience working with AI/ML systems and LLM-based applications</li><li>Hands-on experience with vector databases such as ChromaDB, Pinecone, FAISS, or Milvus</li><li>Experience designing, building, and managing AI agents</li><li>Solid understanding of modern AI development tools, workflows, and best practices</li></ul>Nice to Have<ul><li>Experience with cloud platforms and scalable backend systems</li><li>Familiarity with RAG pipelines and prompt engineering</li><li>Exposure to production monitoring and optimization of AI systems</li></ul>What We Offer<ul><li>Opportunity to work on real-world AI products and platforms</li><li>A collaborative, engineering-focused environment</li><li>Room to grow with emerging AI technologies and tools</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs250,000.00 - Rs350,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

AI / ML Engineer

Nisum

We are looking for a highly skilled Java Engineer with strong expertise in modern backend technologies, cloud platforms, and scalable system design. The role requires proficiency in .NET, Java, Spring frameworks, microservices, and containerized deployments, with exposure to frontend frameworks as a secondary skill set.What You&rsquo;ll DoThis position is ideal for a driven engineer passionate about building robust backend systems, cloud-native applications, and contributing to high-performing software solutions.Backend Development &amp; Cloud Engineering<ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain backend services using .NET / C# and Java (J2EE/Jakarta EE 9.0+).</li><li>Build microservices and enterprise applications using Spring Framework (5.x+), Spring Boot (2.6+), and Spring Cloud.</li><li>Deploy and manage applications in Docker / Kubernetes environments.</li><li>Implement cloud-native solutions with hands-on AWS Cloud services.</li><li>Apply unit and integration testing frameworks such as JUnit, Mockito, AssertJ, SpringTest, TestContainers, and WireMock.</li><li>Collaborate using GitHub, Jira, and CI/CD pipelines for development and project management.</li></ul>Collaboration &amp; Continuous Improvement<ul><li>Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable backend architectures.</li><li>Ensure code quality by following clean code, OOP principles, and design patterns.</li><li>Optimize performance, monitor bottlenecks, and maintain security best practices.</li><li>Write and maintain documentation, unit tests, and integration tests for reliability.</li></ul>What You Know<ul><li>5+ years of expertise in Java (J2EE/Jakarta EE 9.0+).</li><li>Hands-on experience with Spring Framework (5.x+), Spring Boot (2.6+), and Spring Cloud.</li><li>Proficiency with Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS Cloud.</li><li>Familiarity with testing frameworks: JUnit, Mockito, AssertJ, SpringTest, TestContainers, WireMock (at least one or two).</li><li>Knowledge of version control (GitHub) and project tracking tools (Jira).</li><li>Secondary exposure to frontend frameworks such as React or Angular.</li><li>Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.</li></ul>Education<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From Rs80,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Senior Java Developer

Marham

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 - Design, build, and maintain backend service layers and REST APIs
 
 - Support backend services in cloud-hosted environments
 
 - Develop backend services using Node.js and Python
 
 - Define and maintain API contracts, versioning strategies, and documentation
 
 - Design scalable, reliable backend architectures
 
 - Work with relational and/or NoSQL databases, including schema design and migrations
 
 
 
 CI/CD, Deployment &amp; Cloud Infrastructure
 
 
 - Work with at least one cloud platform (AWS or GCP)
 
 - Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for backend services
 
 - Manage controlled deployments across multiple environments
 
 - Configure environment-specific settings across development, staging, and production
 
 - Implement release, rollback, and versioning strategies
 
 - Ensure repeatable and reliable build and deployment processes
 
 - Use cloud-native services for compute, storage, networking, and security
 
 
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 
 Operations &amp; Reliability
 
 - Monitor backend services in production environments
 
 - Implement structured logging, metrics, and alerting
 
 - Troubleshoot and resolve backend and deployment issues
 
 - Maintain operational documentation and runbooks
 
 
 
 Security &amp; PHI Handling
 
 
 - Handle sensitive healthcare data (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA requirements
 
 - Implement authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms
 
 - Apply least-privilege access and data minimization principles
 
 - Implement encryption for data at rest and in transit
 
 - Manage secrets, keys, and credentials securely (rotation and access controls)
 
 - Implement audit logging and access logging for sensitive data access
 
 
 
 Benefits
 
 
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 Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
 
 
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 Flexible work arrangements
 
 
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 Paid time off and public holidays
 
 
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 Professional development opportunities (training, workshops, certifications)
 
 
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 Supportive, collaborative, and mission-driven work culture
 
 
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Backend Developer

Arithmiks

Job description:Arithmiks is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to creating state-of-the-art digital products. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment that prioritizes results and innovation. We are currently looking for a talented Node.js Developer to join our team.Responsibilities<ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust backend applications using Node.js.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.</li><li>Implement DevOps practices to ensure continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.</li><li>Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and security.</li><li>Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues.</li><li>Integrate with front-end components and ensure seamless data flow.</li><li>Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve skills and productivity.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Proven experience of 2+ years as a Backend/Full Stack Engineer with strong Node.js expertise.</li><li>Strong understanding of JavaScript (ES6+) and backend development principles.</li><li>Experience with RESTful APIs and web services.</li><li>Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript) for integration.</li><li>Hands-on experience with DevOps tools (Docker, GitHub Actions, CI/CD pipelines).</li><li>Proficient in relational databases (preferably MySQL).</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members.</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science or related field.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP).</li><li>Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.</li></ul>Candidates from FAST are encouraged to apply.Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs175,000.00 - Rs185,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Current Salary </li><li>Expected Salary </li><li>We are looking for immediate joiner, can you join immdiately. If not share your notice period. </li></ul>Work Location: In person

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