Software Developer (NYSC Intern) at Mitiget Assurance and Technology Services Limited

Mitiget Assurance and Technology Services Limited is one of the leading IT solution providers in Nigeria with specialty in information Security. We offer a comprehensive range of technical and professional services to public and private organizations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Software Developer (NYSC Intern)

Location: Allen, Ikeja - Lagos,
Employment Type: NYSC

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled Softare Developer with expertise in Wordpress, Python and JavaScript to join our dynamic and innovative development team.
• As a Backend Developer, you will play a crucial role in designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, databases, and APIs that power our web applications.
• You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, to deliver high-quality, scalable, and reliable software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services and APIs using Python and JavaScript.
• Implement server-side logic, data models, and database schemas to support the front-end functionalities.
• Optimize applications for speed, performance, and scalability.
• Create and maintain RESTful and/or GraphQL APIs that connect the frontend user interfaces with the backend services.
• Ensure proper API documentation for ease of use and integration by frontend and third-party developers.
• Design and manage databases, including data modeling, indexing, querying, and data integrity.
• Implement database caching and optimization strategies to enhance application performance.
• Work closely with frontend developers to integrate frontend elements with server-side logic.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers and designers, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
• Perform unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure the reliability and correctness of the codebase.
• Implement security measures to protect data and prevent unauthorized access.
• Participate in discussions about architectural decisions to ensure the scalability and robustness of the application.
• Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to backend development.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to improving the development process and code quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer, with a focus on Python and JavaScript.
• Strong knowledge of backend frameworks, such as Django (Python) and Node.js (JavaScript).
• Proficiency in database systems like PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Application Closing Date
19th October, 2023.