Backend web developer

We are looking for back end programmers responsible for handling interchange of data between the users and server. The primary goal will be development of server-side logic, definition and maintenance of the central database, solving problems and ensuring high performance thereby creating a more seamless experience for users

• BSc degree in Computer Science or relevant field
• Integration of user-facing elements developed by a front-end developers with server side logic
• Developing ideas for new programs, products, or features by monitoring industry developments and trends.
• Recording data and reporting it
  • Optimisation of the application for maximum speed and scalability
  • Implementation of security and data protection
  • Design and implementation of data storage solutions
  • Compile and analyse data, processes, and codes to troubleshoot problems and identify areas for improvement.
  • Collaborating with the front-end developers and other team members to establish objectives and design more functional, cohesive codes to enhance the user experience.
  • practices, learn new programming languages, and better assist other team members.
  • Taking lead on projects, as needed
• to proper parties, such as clients or leadership.
• Participating in continuing education and training to remain current on best
• Building reusable code and libraries for future use
• Skill Set
• • Basic understanding of front-end technologies and platforms, such as JavaScript, HTML 5, and CSS3
  • Good understanding of server-side CSS processors, such as LESS and SASS
  • Understanding accessibility and security compliance {Depending on a specific project}
  • User authentication and authorisation between multiple systems, servers, and environments
  • Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
  • Management of hosting environment, including database administration and scaling an application to support load changes
  • Data migration, transformation, and scripting
  • Setup and administration of backups
  • Outputting data in different formats
    
    
    
    • Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms such as mobile vs desktop, and optimising output to match the specific platform
    • Creating database schema that represent and support business processes
    • Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
    • Proficient knowledge of a back-end programming language {{Depending on the specific case, a developer should have the knowledge of one or more of PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, .NET, JavaScript etc.}}
    • Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
    • Proficient understanding of OWASP security principles
    • Understanding of “session management” in a distributed server environment

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