SKILLS:

• Java programming language: Proficiency in Java is essential, including experience with Java frameworks like Spring or Jakarta EE.
• Database knowledge: Understanding of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and potentially NoSQL databases.
• API design and development: Experience with RESTful APIs, including knowledge of API documentation and testing.
• Backend frameworks: Familiarity with popular Java backend frameworks like Spring Boot or Micronaut.
• Version control systems: Experience with Git or similar systems for code management.
• Testing methodologies: Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and other testing techniques.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills: The ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
• Communication and collaboration skills: The ability to communicate effectively with other team members and stakeholders.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designing and implementing server-side logic: This involves creating the core functionality of applications, including business logic, data processing, and API endpoints.
• Developing and maintaining RESTful APIs: Backend developers design and implement APIs that allow front-end applications to communicate with the server and access data.
• Working with databases: They manage data storage solutions, ensuring data is stored efficiently and securely, and can be accessed by the application.
• Ensuring application performance and scalability: They optimize code and infrastructure to handle increasing loads and traffic, ensuring the application remains responsive and reliable.
• Writing clean, well-documented, and testable code: They adhere to coding standards and best practices to create maintainable and robust code.
• Troubleshooting and debugging issues: They diagnose and resolve problems in the application’s backend, working with other teams to identify and fix bugs.
• Integrating with other systems: They integrate the application with third-party services, databases, and other components as needed.
• Collaborating with other teams: They work closely with front-end developers, DevOps engineers, and other stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of applications.