Role Overview
You will be responsible for designing and developing backend services and APIs, optimising database performance, and enabling seamless integration across systems as part of the modernisation effort.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop backend services and RESTful APIs
- Analyse and optimise SQL queries and Sybase stored procedures
- Integrate systems through API development and data exchange mechanisms
- Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams to support delivery
- Contribute to system architecture and design decisions
- Ensure performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems
- Develop, test, and deploy software following SDLC and secure coding best practices
- Manage code using version control tools (e.g., Git)
- Perform unit testing and integration testing
- Participate in code reviews and quality assurance activities
- Troubleshoot and resolve defects and production issues
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (QA, DevOps, Business Analysts)
- Participate in Agile/Scrum ceremonies
- Maintain accurate technical documentation
- Monitor and optimise system performance
- Implement security best practices
Key Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in backend development
- Strong proficiency in SQL and database optimisation
- Experience in API development and integration (RESTful services)
- Proficiency in Java, C#, or similar modern programming languages
- Understanding of distributed systems and system integration
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment