Backend Developer at Tezza Business Solutions Limited

Tezza Business Solutions Limited is a leading Software Quality Assurance and Testing multinational with a regional office in Lagos, Nigeria. We are a Software Quality Assurance and Testing Services provider. Our primary goal is to be the "go to" Quality Assurance & Software Testing company in East and West Africa while developing offshore resources to fill test automation positions (and other hard to find software testing capabilities) in the North America and European markets.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Backend Developer

Location: Lagos
Department: Information Technology

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced Backend Developer with a strong proficiency in React, Angular, and backend technologies to join our innovative IT team.
• As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust server-side logic, while also collaborating with frontend developers to ensure seamless integration of user interfaces.
• The ideal candidate should have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience, a solid foundation in backend technologies, and expertise in both React and Angular.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional IT teams to understand project requirements and architecture goals.
• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend solutions using relevant technologies.
• Implement server-side logic, APIs, and database interactions to support frontend functionalities.
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers to integrate server-side logic with user interfaces built in React and Angular.
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs, ensuring high performance and responsiveness.
• Conduct thorough code reviews to ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to coding standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues, optimizing performance and addressing scalability challenges.
• Stay updated on emerging trends and best practices in backend development, React, and Angular.
• Participate in the planning and estimation of backend development tasks.
• Mentor junior developers and provide technical guidance as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of proven experience as a Backend Developer with expertise in React and Angular.
• Solid understanding of backend technologies such as Node.js, Express.js, Django, or Flask.
• Proficiency in database design and management (e.g., SQL, MongoDB).
• Experience in developing RESTful APIs and integrating with frontend frameworks (React and Angular).
• Strong knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
• Familiarity with serverless architecture and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Proactive attitude towards learning and staying updated on industry trends.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
• Exposure to frontend development and proficiency in React and Angular.
• Contribution to open-source projects or a strong portfolio of previous work.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.