Backend Engineer

Company: Hired
Location: Reading
Posted on: February 13, 2021

Job Description:

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Being a backend engineer means that you are responsible for the construction and the efficiency of all the backend functionality for our website. You are crucial in getting a project off and running. As a backend developer, you can integrate user-facing elements created by front-end developers with server-side logic, as well as build libraries and reusable code for future use. Engineering candidates on Hired are ambitious, multifaceted and can work independently and in a team environment to get the job done.




*Responsibilities*






* Using frameworks to build service-side software and integrate APIs and cloud computing


* Analyzing and compiling data, codes and processes to identify areas of improvement and resolve issues


* Work jointly with frontend developers along with other team members to set up objectives, as well as design cohesive, functional script


* Think strategically, creatively and innovatively using sound judgment and technical skills


* Strong understanding of programming techniques and tools, as well as the web development cycle


* Record data and report findings to the appropriate parties


* Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries


* Create security settings, restore and back up technologies for databases and websites


* Work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while managing and prioritizing multiple responsibilities






*What Skills*






* 2+ years experience with backend web development


* 2+ years of experience building well tested high volume, large-scale, distributed systems


* Experience with programming languages like HTML, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, PHP, Python, C# or Java, Go Language, Swift, Docker, Azure, AngularJS and Angular 2.


* Experience with creating REST APIs and version control like Git


* Experience with modern MVC frameworks such as Django, Rails, Pyramid, Flask, Sails and Laravel


* Experience application architecture stacks, including API layer, business logic, data modeling, hosting, network and UI/UX


* Superb communication, time management, analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills


* Keep up-to-date with the latest advancements in technology


* B.S. in computer engineering, web development, computer science or equivalent experience






*These Would Also Be Nice*






* Experience creating mobile applications using Objective-C, Swift or Android


* Experience with cloud development (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)


* Experience doing unit testing with Virtual Machines


* Experience with Webpack

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