Backend Developer

About the role

Global Innovation Finance (GIF) is expanding its Software Development Team and is looking for Backend Developers / Backend Engineers who enjoy developing, integrating and maintaining scalable backend applications.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop, test and maintain backend applications, services and system components.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs, databases and third-party applications.
• Build reliable and scalable backend services supporting business applications.
• Optimise application performance, database queries and system efficiency.
• Identify, troubleshoot and resolve software defects and technical issues.
• Apply secure coding practices and maintain code quality.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, infrastructure engineers and other technical teams.
• Maintain technical documentation and take part in code reviews.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree, diploma or relevant professional qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology or a related field.
• Hands-on experience in backend software development.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in at least one backend language such as Java, Python, PHP, JavaScript / Node.js or other relevant technologies.
• Good understanding of REST APIs, relational databases and application integration.
• Familiarity with Git, software testing, debugging and deployment practices.
• Understanding of application security and performance optimisation.