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HALA

<div>
 
 
 Who Are We
 
 
 
 
 HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.
 
 
 
 HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.
 
 
 
 Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 <ul>
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 Design, develop, and maintain&nbsp;
 
 scalable, high-performance backend systems
 
 .
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 Architect and implement&nbsp;
 
 microservices-based applications
 
 &nbsp;using&nbsp;
 
 .NET Core
 
 .
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 Develop and optimize&nbsp;
 
 RESTful APIs
 
 &nbsp;for seamless integration with frontend and third-party services.
 </li>
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 Work with&nbsp;
 
 SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL)
 
 &nbsp;and&nbsp;
 
 NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis)
 
 &nbsp;databases for efficient data storage and retrieval.
 </li>
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 Implement&nbsp;
 
 authentication, authorization, and security best practices
 
 &nbsp;(OAuth, JWT, encryption, API security).
 </li>
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 Collaborate with DevOps to manage&nbsp;
 
 CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud deployments (AWS, Azure, GCP)
 
 .
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure&nbsp;
 
 system scalability, reliability, and performance optimization
 
 .
 </li>
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 Work with&nbsp;
 
 event-driven architectures
 
 &nbsp;using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other message brokers.
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 Perform&nbsp;
 
 code reviews, mentor junior engineers
 
 , and enforce best coding practices.
 </li>
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 Stay updated on&nbsp;
 
 emerging backend technologies, frameworks, and best practices
 
 .
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 5+ years
 
 &nbsp;of experience in backend development.
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 Proficiency in&nbsp;
 
 .NET Core
 
 .
 </li>
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 Strong experience with&nbsp;
 
 microservices architecture
 
 &nbsp;and distributed systems.
 </li>
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 Deep knowledge of&nbsp;
 
 SQL and NoSQL databases
 
 &nbsp;(PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with&nbsp;
 
 Docker, Kubernetes
 
 , and cloud platforms (
 
 AWS, Azure, GCP
 
 ).
 </li>
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 Hands-on experience with&nbsp;
 
 message brokers
 
 &nbsp;(Kafka, RabbitMQ) for event-driven systems.
 </li>
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 Strong understanding of&nbsp;
 
 API security, authentication mechanisms, and performance tuning
 
 .
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 Knowledge of&nbsp;
 
 CI/CD tools
 
 , such as Jenkins.
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 Experience with&nbsp;
 
 scalability and high-availability architectures
 
 .
 </li>
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 Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong communication and leadership skills to mentor junior developers.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
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 What We Offer You
 
 
 
 We believe you will love working at HALA!
 
 <ul>
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 We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
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 We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
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 We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
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 Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
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 We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
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 You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust.&nbsp;We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.
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 </ul>
 &nbsp;
 
 If you think you have what it takes to join a remarkable team #apply_now&nbsp;
 
 
 &nbsp;
 
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Software Engineer (Backend)

HungerStation | هنقرستيشن

<div>
 HungerStation is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world&rsquo;s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience&mdash;fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are looking for a highly talented
 
 Software Engineer II - Backend t
 
 o join our growing team in Riyadh. If you are looking for a place where you can gain hands-on experience and create a direct impact, then this may be the place for you! The ideal candidate will collaborate with the Product Team in order to understand product requirements and provide technical expertise for all products as required, and to assist in analyzing, designing, testing, and structuring the required solutions to deliver a high-quality working software based on the business needs and standards.
 
 
 
 You Will Be Working On
 
 
 
 
 Software Development
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Keep abreast of latest software development methodologies in order to be able to provide best-in-class software solutions
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 <li>
 Analyze product requirements in order to understand engineering requirements, estimate efforts and provide the required solutions in collaboration with Product Team
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 Assist in building development components in order to transform the requirements into actual working software accurately
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 Document all coding steps in order to ensure comprehensibility and to facilitate future modifications and maintenance
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 Investigate and resolve issues and bugs
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 <li>
 Collaborate with other colleagues in order to assist each other in code reviews and deliver code review reports accordingly
 </li>
 <li>
 Perform functional and module testing in order to ensure functionality of delivered solutions
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist in user trials and acceptance testing
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Governance and Resilience
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Follow all relevant policies, procedures, and processes in order for the daily work to be carried out in a controlled and consistent manner
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of processes, practices, work processes, cost effectiveness, and productivity enhancement
 </li>
 <li>
 Promote to other employees within the organization the implementation and adherence to policies, procedures, processes, and instructions
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Daily Operations
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Follow daily operations relating to the job to ensure work continuity
 </li>
 <li>
 Contribute to preparing timely and accurate reports that concern the line of work to meet the requirements, objectives, and standards
 </li>
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 Ensure the satisfaction of both internal and external customers by addressing their needs in a courteous and timely manner
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2- 4 years of experience in backend development using GoLang, Ruby on Rails (RoR), Java, or Python
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor Degree in a relevant field is required
 </li>
 <li>
 Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field is preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Knowledge &amp; understanding of software architecture, including Domain-Driven Design (DDD), microservices, Kubernetes, and containerization
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 We offer relocation support globally to our permanent employees.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exchange ideas and meet 2000+ colleagues from different teams within Delivery Hero in our active guilds and through our global tech and product community.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop your skills with your personal educational budget for conferences and external training.
 </li>
 <li>
 Access our e-learning platform LinkedIn and participate in our various in-house training programs
 </li>
 <li>
 And much more&hellip;
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Software Engineer II - Backend (Saudi Nationals Only)

<div>
 HungerStation is part of the Delivery Hero Group, the world&rsquo;s pioneering local delivery platform, our mission is to deliver an amazing experience&mdash;fast, easy, and to your door. We operate in over 70+ countries worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany. Delivery Hero has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is part of the MDAX stock market index.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 We are looking for a highly talented
 
 Senior Backend Engineer
 
 to join our
 
 Shopping domain - Checkout team
 
 in
 
 Riyadh
 
 . If you are looking for a place where you can gain hands-on experience and create a direct impact, then this may be the place for you! The ideal candidate will have a track record as a significant individual contributor as well as a strong team player, supporting a team, and working closely with the management teams to drive strategic initiatives forward across the region.
 
 
 
 You Will Be Working On
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Take part in architectural decision-making on a platform that is used by millions of people.
 </li>
 <li>
 Actively participate in migrating our monolithic application into Microservices.
 </li>
 <li>
 Playing an active role in designing, improving and most importantly securing the overall backend architecture to support massive growth in users and products without compromise.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deal with Docker containers, Kubernetes manifests, all this on Google Cloud Platform.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coaching and mentoring other team members as a senior member of the team and member of our Backend Chapter.
 </li>
 <li>
 We embrace Design Driven Development, SOLID Principles, Event-driven Architecture, Algorithms and automated tests (unit, integration and functional).
 </li>
 <li>
 Understanding development lifecycle and collaborating with cross-functional and agile teams.
 </li>
 <li>
 Participate in the continuous and common effort of test coverage, refactoring and documentation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Showing off your code review, debugging and investigation skills on a regular basis.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5+ years of experience in backend development using GoLang, Ruby on Rails (RoR), Java, or Python.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong database expertise with PostgreSQL and NoSQL databases. You should have a solid understanding of normal forms, ACID principles, isolation levels, indexing, query optimization, and memory caching (e.g., Redis, Memcached).
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in monitoring, alerting, and logging tools such as Grafana.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of software architecture, including Domain-Driven Design (DDD), microservices, Kubernetes, and containerization.
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with monolithic migration.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong testing mindset with experience writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
 </li>
 <li>
 Adaptability &amp; problem-solving skills &ndash; Ability to navigate ambiguity, work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, and make informed decisions.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 We offer relocation support globally to our permanent employees.
 </li>
 <li>
 Exchange ideas and meet 2000+ colleagues from different teams within Delivery Hero in our active guilds and through our global tech and product community.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop your skills with your personal educational budget for conferences and external training.
 </li>
 <li>
 Access our e-learning platform LinkedIn and participate in our various in-house training programs
 </li>
 <li>
 And much more&hellip;
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Senior Backend Engineer - Shopping

Takamol Holding

<div>
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 To design, develop, and maintain scalable web applications by working across the full technology stack. The Associate Software Engineer will be responsible for building backend services, developing frontend user interfaces and ensuring efficient
 
 database management
 
 to support business requirements.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities &amp; Duties
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Backend Development: Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices. Ensure high performance and responsiveness of requests from the frontend.
 </li>
 <li>
 Frontend Development: Build reusable components and interactive user interfaces. Translate UI/UX designs into high-quality code.
 </li>
 <li>
 Database Management: Design database schemas, write optimized SQL queries, and manage data integration using ORM tools.
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintenance &amp; Quality Assurance: Participate in code reviews, write unit tests, and debug production issues to ensure application stability.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Job Requirements
 
 
 
 We are looking for a skilled
 
 Associate Software Engineer
 
 to build high-performance, scalable web applications. You will work on a modern tech stack, bridging the gap between backend logic, frontend experience, and infrastructure.
 
 
 This is a hands-on role where you will not only write code but also contribute to system architecture involving
 
 message queues, caching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines.
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Full Stack Development: Build RESTful microservices using Java Spring Boot and dynamic UIs using React.js.
 </li>
 <li>
 Performance Optimization: Implement caching solutions (e.g., Redis) to optimize application performance and reduce database load.
 </li>
 <li>
 Asynchronous Processing: Design and maintain message-driven architectures using RabbitMQ for reliable inter-service communication.
 </li>
 <li>
 Database Management: Maintain data integrity and write optimized queries for relational databases.
 </li>
 <li>
 DevOps &amp; Deployment: Assist in containerizing applications using Docker and managing deployment pipelines via CI/CD tools.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Technical Requirements
 
 
 What We Are Looking For
 
 
 Educational Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Core Stack (Must Have):
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 <li>
 Java ecosystem: Strong grasp of Java 8+, Spring Boot, Spring Data JPA, and Hibernate.
 </li>
 <li>
 Frontend: Proficiency in React.js, HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/TypeScript and hands-on with Redux or Context API for state management..
 </li>
 <li>
 Databases: Solid SQL knowledge (MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle).
 </li>
 <li>
 Distributed Systems &amp; Architecture:
 </li>
 <li>
 Messaging: Experience with or strong understanding of Message Brokers (specifically RabbitMQ or Kafka).
 </li>
 <li>
 Caching: Familiarity with caching implementation using Redis or similar in-memory data stores.
 </li>
 <li>
 DevOps &amp; Tools:
 </li>
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 Containerization: Experience creating and managing Docker images.
 </li>
 <li>
 CI/CD: Familiarity with build pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI).
 </li>
 <li>
 Version Control: Proficiency with Git.
 </li>
 <li>
 A problem solver who understands not just how to write code, but how applications perform at scale.
 </li>
 <li>
 A team player who communicates technical ideas clearly.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Candidates must possess a Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in one of the following fields:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Information Systems
 </li>
 <li>
 Computer Science
 </li>
 <li>
 Software Engineering
 </li>
 <li>
 Or a closely related technology major.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Associate Software Engineer

Rekaz

<div>
 
 
 Company Description
 
 
 
 Rekaz is a SaaS platform built for service businesses to manage bookings, subscriptions, and customer relationships in one place. We help small and medium-sized businesses run their operations smoothly with tools for scheduling, payments, and client-facing experiences like online booking and subscription management. Our mission is to empower businesses with seamless, efficient, and scalable solutions tailored to the Saudi market.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 This is a full-time on-site role for a&nbsp;
 
 Full Stack Engineer
 
 &nbsp;based in Riyadh.
 
 
 As a Full Stack Engineer at Rekaz, you will work across our web application stack to build and improve features used daily by gyms, salons, clinics, and home service businesses. You will contribute to both frontend and backend development, from crafting smooth, reliable interfaces to designing robust APIs and data models for bookings, subscriptions, and payments.
 
 
 You will work closely with product, design, and customer-facing teams to understand merchant needs, translate them into technical solutions, and ship high-quality features that are secure, scalable, and easy to maintain.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Daily tasks include:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Building and maintaining features across the stack (frontend and backend) for our core product
 </li>
 <li>
 Designing and implementing RESTful / GraphQL APIs for bookings, subscriptions, invoices, and customer data
 </li>
 <li>
 Working with relational databases (e.g. PostgreSQL) and writing efficient, reliable queries
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborating with product and design to break down requirements into clear technical tasks
 </li>
 <li>
 Improving performance, reliability, and scalability of existing services and flows
 </li>
 <li>
 Writing clean, testable, and maintainable code with proper documentation
 </li>
 <li>
 Participating in code reviews and knowledge sharing with the engineering team
 </li>
 <li>
 Integrating with third-party services (e.g. payment gateways, messaging/WhatsApp providers, access control systems for gyms)
 </li>
 <li>
 Debugging production issues and contributing to a stable, monitored, and observable system
 </li>
 <li>
 Helping continuously improve our engineering practices, tooling, and internal developer experience
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2&ndash;5 years of experience as a Full Stack Engineer / Software Engineer working on web applications
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid experience with modern frontend technologies (e.g. React, Vue, or similar) and JavaScript/TypeScript
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong backend experience with Node.js or a similar server-side framework (Nest.js, Express, etc.)
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience working with relational databases (preferably PostgreSQL) and ORMs/query builders
 </li>
 <li>
 Good understanding of web application architecture, APIs, authentication, and authorization
 </li>
 <li>
 Comfortable working with Git, CI/CD, and modern development workflows
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to translate product requirements into clear technical designs and implementation plans
 </li>
 <li>
 Attention to code quality, testing, and long-term maintainability
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong collaboration and communication skills; comfortable working with product, design, and customer teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluency in Arabic is a strong plus; familiarity with Saudi SMBs (gyms, salons, home services) is a bonus
 </li>
 <li>
 English reading/writing ability to work with documentation and global engineering best practices
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
</div>

Full Stack Engineer

Gathern

<div>Are you passionate about building high-quality software that users love? Gathern is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to support the delivery of reliable, high-performing products. In this role, you&rsquo;ll collaborate closely with engineers, product managers, and designers to validate features, report issues, and ensure our apps and services meet the highest quality standards.
You&rsquo;ll contribute to our QA activities across manual and automated testing, participate in Agile ceremonies, and help improve how we test and deliver features. If you're detail-oriented, curious, and eager to grow in a fast-paced environment, this role is for you.
Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Collaborate with product and engineering teams to test features and report issues clearly and efficiently.</li>
<li>Execute manual test cases and support the development of automated tests across mobile and backend platforms.</li>
<li>Validate features during sprints and contribute to regression and exploratory testing cycles.</li>
<li>Document bugs and test results in Jira with clarity and context.</li>
<li>Participate in sprint planning and backlog grooming to provide a QA perspective.</li>
<li>Support QA team initiatives to improve test coverage and reduce bug leakage.</li>
<li>Use tools like Firebase, Datadog, and Postman to validate backend behavior, error rates, and app stability.</li>
<li>Follow and contribute to QA processes across the product lifecycle.</li>
</ul>Requirements<ul>
<li>
2+ years of experience in software quality assurance or a similar role.</li>
<li>Familiarity with Agile software development and testing practices.</li>
<li>Experience testing mobile applications (iOS and Android) and backend APIs.</li>
<li>Ability to write clear and concise bug reports and test documentation.</li>
<li>Basic understanding of test automation tools and CI/CD pipelines.</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a team-first mindset.</li>
<li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</li>
<li>Fluency in Arabic and good command of English.</li>
</ul>
Nice-to-Have Skills:<ul>
<li>
Exposure to automation frameworks (e.g., Appium, Postman, Cypress).</li>
<li>Knowledge of QA metrics and reporting tools.</li>
<li>Familiarity with tools like Jira, GitHub, TestRail, or similar.</li>
<li>ISTQB Foundation Level Certification or similar.</li>
</ul>
Benefits<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Why Join Gathern?</h3><ul>
<li>Be part of a collaborative and innovative team driving quality excellence.</li>
<li>Work on cutting-edge products with real-world impact.</li>
<li>Enjoy opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.</li></ul></div>

Quality Assurance Engineer (Saudi National Only)

TAWANTECH

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Summary</h3>
We are looking for a skilled Back-End Developer to design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and APIs that power scalable, secure, and high-performance systems. The role involves close collaboration with front-end developers, database specialists, business analysts, and DevOps teams to deliver reliable business solutions.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Key Responsibilities</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Application Development</h3><ul>
<li>Design, develop, and maintain server-side logic and APIs
</li><li>Build reusable, efficient, and scalable back-end components
</li><li>Integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Database &amp; Data Management</h3><ul>
<li>Design and manage databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
</li><li>Write optimized queries and ensure data integrity
</li><li>Work with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">API &amp; Integration</h3><ul>
<li>Develop and maintain RESTful / GraphQL APIs
</li><li>Integrate third-party services and external systems
</li><li>Ensure API security, performance, and versioning
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Performance &amp; Security</h3><ul>
<li>Optimize applications for speed, scalability, and reliability
</li><li>Implement authentication, authorization, and data security best practices
</li><li>Identify and fix performance bottlenecks and bugs
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Collaboration &amp; Agile Practices</h3><ul>
<li>Work in Agile/Scrum teams with Product Owners, BAs, and Scrum Masters
</li><li>Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives
</li><li>Contribute to code reviews and technical discussions</li>
</ul>
Requirements<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Required Skills &amp; Qualifications</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Technical Skills:</h3><ul>
<li>Strong experience in one or more back-end languages:
</li><li><ul><li>Java, Python, Node.js, C#, or similar
</li></ul></li><li>Experience with back-end frameworks:
</li><li><ul><li>Spring Boot, Django, Express.js, .NET, etc.
</li></ul></li><li>Solid understanding of:
</li><li><ul><li>REST APIs
</li><li>Microservices architecture
</li><li>Object-oriented programming
</li></ul></li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Databases &amp; Tools:</h3><ul>
<li>Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases
</li><li>Familiarity with version control tools (Git)
</li><li>Experience with CI/CD pipelines
</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Experience &amp; Education</h3><ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
</li><li>4&ndash;6 years of experience in back-end development</li></ul></div>

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