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Backend Developer

Backend developers build the engine behind the product: APIs, databases, payments and integrations. We hire for Node.js, Python, Java, Go, PHP and .NET, from middle to lead level.

What the role does
  • Design and build APIs and services
  • Integrate payment, identity and third-party providers
  • Model data and keep databases fast and reliable
  • Write tests and take part in code review
  • Monitor, debug and improve performance in production
Skills and tools
One main language: Node.js, Python, Java, Go, PHP or C#SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and caching (Redis)REST or GraphQL APIs, message queuesDocker, CI/CD and cloud basicsSecurity basics: authentication, data protection
Ideal background
  • 2+ years building production backends
  • Experience with transactional or high-traffic systems
  • Has worked with payments or external provider APIs
Hiring mistakes to avoidFor companies
MistakeWhat happensHow to avoid it
Hiring on framework keywords onlyCode that works in a demo but fails under real trafficGive a short practical task close to your real system
Ignoring communication skillsMisunderstood requirements and reworkInclude a conversation with the product owner in the process
Advice for candidatesFor candidates

Put the systems you built at the top of your CV: what they did, how much traffic they handled and which integrations you delivered. A public repository or a short write-up of one project helps a lot.

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Backend Developer | Quantihouse