Backend Developer

$100k – $180k • No equity
|
Austin •
Chicago
+2
|1 year of exp
|Full Time

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Job Location

Austin •

Chicago •

New York City •

Seattle

Remote Work Policy

In office - WFH flexibility

Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

RelocationAllowed

Skills

Python

Java

noSQL

SQL

Node.js

Git

REST APIs

Docker

AWS

Spring Boot

About the job

We are looking for a skilled Backend Developer with 1–5 years of experience in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend applications. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Java, Python, Node.js, REST APIs, microservices architecture, and database management.

Work Locations: New York City, NY | Seattle, WA | Austin, TX | Chicago, IL
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Mode: On-site / Hybrid / Remote (depending on company requirements)

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications.
Build and integrate RESTful APIs and microservices.
Develop backend services using Java, Python, or Node.js.
Work with databases, data models, and server-side architecture.
Optimize application performance, security, and scalability.
Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend issues.
Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, and product teams.
Write clean, reusable, and well-documented code.
Participate in code reviews and technical discussions.

Required Skills

1–5 years of experience in backend development.
Strong programming knowledge in Java, Python, or Node.js.
Experience developing REST APIs and microservices.
Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases.
Understanding of data structures and algorithms.
Familiarity with Git and version control systems.
Knowledge of authentication, authorization, and API security.
Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Good problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Spring Boot, Django, Flask, or Express.js.
Knowledge of Docker and Kubernetes.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
Understanding of distributed systems and system design.
Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive compensation based on skills and experience.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
Professional development and career growth opportunities.

Application Process

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with their updated resume, highlighting relevant backend development experience, technical skills, and project work.