Gokada is a technology company focused on changing the face of transportation in Nigeria starting with an on-demand motorcycle taxi service in order to solve some of the country’s most challenging problems in logistics and transportation. We aim to help millions of passengers across the country rethink how they move by providing a safe and affordable e...
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We are looking for a Back-End Software Engineer responsible for managing the interchange of data between the server and the users.
Your primary focus will be the development of all server-side logic, definition, and maintenance of the central database, and ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
You will also be responsible for integrating the front-end elements built by your coworkers into the application. A basic understanding of front-end technologies is therefore necessary as well.
Responsibilities
Generate recyclable code libraries
Implement ongoing security systems
Attend regular information-sharing meetings with the front end engineers on your scrum team to expose weaknesses and problems
Routinely inspect server code for speed optimization
Conceptualize and implement solutions for data storage
Configure usability of all front side applications
Maintain a stable server with zero downtime
Keep a backup library before any large changes to server
Manage cutting-edge technologies to improve applications
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of designers, developers, and system administrators
Participate in conferences and educational programs
Follow new and emerging technologies.
Requirements
3+ years of experience as a Back-end developer
Familiarity with front-end languages such as HTML, JavaScript and CSS
Critical thinker and problem-solving skills
Team player
Good organizational and time-management skills
Great interpersonal and communication skills
User authentication and authorization between multiple systems, servers, and environments
Data migration, transformation, and scripting
Setup and administration of backups
Outputting data in different formats
Creating database schemas that represent and support business processes
Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git
Proficient understanding of OWASP security principles
Understanding of “session management” in a distributed server environment
Very sound understanding of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and its applicability in Microservices
Proficient knowledge of a back-end programming language - one or more of PHP, Python, Ruby, Java, .NET, JavaScript etc.
Fluent in spoken and written English.
Skils:
Tech Savvy.
Excellent Communication.
Why Gokada?
Meaningful Rewards: Competitive base pay, Flexible Leave Plan, Health Insurance, Training & Skills Development
Meaningful Work: Your role at Gokada will directly contribute to improving the livelihoods of many Africans
Personal Growth: Opportunity to leave your mark on one of the fastest-growing organizations in Africa
The Best Team: Work with a motivated and talented team who have a common shared vision.
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