Overview
Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organizations on a timely and consistent basis. Our vision is to build a prosperous Africa driven by a seamless exchange of value and commerce.
Job Position: Senior Backend Engineer
Job Location: Lagos
Job Description
- Our Innovation Hub is seeking an experienced Senior Back End Software Engineer who will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems.
- The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software engineering principles, experience working with a range of technologies, and a passion for creating innovative solutions to complex problems.
Job Responsibilities
- Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices that power our web and mobile applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize features, requirements, and technical solutions that will drive innovation.
- Lead the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable software architecture that meets functional and non-functional requirements.
- Implement security measures to protect our systems and data.
- Develop automated tests and participate in code reviews to ensure the quality and reliability of the software.
- Mentor and coach other team members to improve their technical skills and contribute to the overall success of the team.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Computer Science or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in back-end software engineering.
- Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
- Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
- Knowledge of cloud-based computing platforms, such as AWS or Azure.
- Understanding of software development methodologies, including agile and DevOps.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring other engineers.
Preferred:
- Experience with serverless architecture, such as AWS Lambda or Azure Functions.
- Knowledge of message queueing systems, such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience working in an innovation lab or startup environment.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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