Established in 2014 as Nigerias first licensed private commodities exchange, AFEX's infrastructure and platforms drive capital to build a trust economy in Africas commodity markets. We provide solutions in trading, financing and market system development.
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We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-level Backend Developer to join our growing development team.
As a Mid-level Backend Developer, you will work closely with senior developers and cross-functional teams to develop and maintain the backend infrastructure and systems that power our applications.
You will contribute to the design, implementation, and testing of scalable and efficient software solutions.
The ideal candidate should have a solid understanding of backend technologies, a passion for problem-solving, and a desire to expand their skill set.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assist in designing, developing, and maintaining the backend architecture, databases, and APIs that support our web and mobile applications.
Collaborate with senior developers and cross-functional teams to gather software requirements and specifications.
Write clean, reliable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards.
Participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to the improvement of code quality.
Debug and troubleshoot issues, perform root cause analysis, and propose effective solutions.
Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate frontend and backend components seamlessly.
Stay updated with emerging trends, technologies, and frameworks in backend development.
Contribute to the continuous improvement of software development processes, tools, and methodologies.
Assist in optimizing the performance, scalability, and security of the backend systems.
Support and maintain existing backend systems, including bug fixes and feature enhancements.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). ▪
At least 2-4 years of experience as a Backend Developer, preferably in a mid level role.
Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages such as Python (Django), Nodejs (Express).
Familiarity with backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, Spring, or Ruby on Rails.
Experience in developing and consuming RESTful APIs.
Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), including basic database design principles.
Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to learn and adapt quickly.
Good communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
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