Senior Backend Developer

Senior Backend Developer Jobs at SILA Linguists

Company: SILA Linguists
Location: Scotland
We are looking for a Senior Backend developer to join SILA Linguists. Our Startup is a Language Service Provider (LSP) which has developed highly advanced and secured solutions. As a Senior developer, you will be working across the full development lifecycle, working with our developers' team to provide outstanding solutions. You will help maintain and develop backend services, including our applications and websites.
SILA Linguists is searching for experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our team. As a Senior Backend Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining robust backend services and APIs that power our applications.
Position: Full-time Senior Backend Developer
Location: Scotland

Responsibilities:

• Designing and implementing scalable backend architectures using Python, Java, C#, or Node.js.
• Developing RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints to support frontend applications.
• Integrating with various databases including SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis.
• Deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
• Implementing microservices architecture and containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Ensuring code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD).
• Implementing security best practices including JWT, OAuth, and SSL/TLS protocols.
• Setting up continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD.
• Monitoring application performance and troubleshooting issues using ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Prometheus, or Grafana.
• Collaborating with frontend developers to integrate frontend components with backend services.

Requirements:

• Experience with frontend technologies like React Native (iOS and Android), AngularJS, HTML/CSS, jQuery, and Bootstrap.
• Proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, Node.js, or Ruby.
• Strong knowledge of backend frameworks like Django, Flask, Spring Boot, .NET Core, or Express.js.
• Experience with C# .NET Core, Entity Framework, and MVC architecture.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Proficiency in one of the following languages: Arabic, Dutch, Kurdish or Farsi
• Proficiency in SQL Server and database optimisation techniques.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to technological innovation.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment focused on professional growth and career development.
• Birthday Day Off
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Based on skills, experience and performance, an attractive, market-leading package will be offered.

Note: We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply for any position within sila linguists.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Thank you for your interest in this position. If you believe you are a good fit for this role,