Backend Engineer

The Engineering Review — Australia · Posted ~3 hours ago

Mid Full-time

Skills

backend development APIs databases microservices

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Summary ✨ AI‑Generated

A backend engineering role focused on designing reliable services, APIs, databases, integrations, and scalable application infrastructure.

Highlights

Entry to mid-level opportunity focused on scalable backend systems, APIs, and modern software engineering practices.

Description

🗂 We’re Hiring: Backend Engineer 🕒 Employment Type: Full-Time 💼 Level: Entry-Level to Mid-Level We are seeking a highly motivated, technically skilled, and solution-oriented Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, APIs, and data services. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about software engineering, distributed systems, cloud technologies, and building reliable applications that power modern digital products. 🎯 Key Responsibilities • Design, develop, test, and maintain backend services and application logic. • Build scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs and microservices. • Design and optimize database structures, queries, and data models. • Develop integrations with internal systems, third-party platforms, and external APIs. • Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices. • Optimize system performance, reliability, scalability, and maintainability. • Troubleshoot and resolve backend, database, and integration issues. • Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code. • Conduct unit, integration, and system testing to ensure software quality. • Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, DevOps engineers, and product teams. • Participate in code reviews and contribute to engineering standards and best practices. • Support CI/CD pipelines, deployments, monitoring, and production environments. • Implement logging, monitoring, and observability solutions. • Work with cloud platforms, containers, and infrastructure services where required. • Maintain and improve existing systems while contributing to new product development. • Stay updated with backend technologies, frameworks, and software engineering trends. ✅ Requirements • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred. • Previous experience in backend development, software engineering, or API development is an advantage. • Fresh graduates and entry-level candidates with relevant technical projects are welcome to apply. • Strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, Node.js, Go, C#, PHP, or similar technologies. • Experience with RESTful APIs, JSON, and system integrations. • Familiarity with SQL databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQL Server, or Oracle. • Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Redis, or Elasticsearch is an advantage. • Understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles. • Familiarity with Git and modern version control workflows. • Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, or cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud is an advantage. • Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent attention to detail and commitment to code quality. • Good communication and teamwork skills. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced development environment. 🌟 What We Offer • Hands-on experience building scalable backend systems and APIs. • Exposure to cloud technologies, databases, microservices, and modern engineering practices. • Opportunities to strengthen expertise in backend architecture and distributed systems. • Career progression into Senior Backend Engineer, Software Engineer, Technical Lead, Solutions Architect, or Engineering Manager roles. • A collaborative, innovative, and technology-driven working environment. • Training, mentorship, and professional development opportunities. • Opportunity to work on impactful products and real-world technology projects. • Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives.