Posted 2 weeks ago

Senior Backend Engineer (.NET)

Part time

Abu Dhabi, AE

Senior

Salary Range: To be discussed

Full Job Description

Summary

Seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for a 6-month contract in Abu Dhabi to design scalable systems, with expertise in .NET, SQL, and API development.

Description

Senior Backend Engineer - 6 Months Contract - Abu Dhabi

Overview:
We are looking for an experienced Senior Backend Engineer / Architect to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient backend systems for an in-house platform. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of .NET and SQL, with a proven track record in building backend architecture, integrating APIs, and developing in-house and bespoke products. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the architecture and ensuring high-quality, performance-driven solutions.

Key Responsibilities:
Backend Architecture Design: Design and build robust backend systems, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance. Architect solutions that meet business requirements while adhering to best practices and industry standards.
API Development & Integration: Lead the design, development, and integration of APIs, ensuring seamless communication between various systems. Focus on clean, well-documented, and maintainable API code.
Database Management: Strong proficiency in SQL, ensuring the design and optimization of relational databases. Create efficient database schemas, write complex queries, and optimize performance.
In-House & Bespoke Product Development: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build tailored, in-house solutions. Leverage your experience with custom software development to create products that align with the company's goals.
Code Quality & Best Practices: Enforce high coding standards and best practices. Conduct code reviews, ensure high levels of test coverage, and maintain clean, maintainable code.
Performance Optimization: Continuously monitor and optimize backend system performance. Identify and address bottlenecks and optimize database queries.
Collaboration: Work closely with front-end engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver features that enhance the user experience and business outcomes.
Mentorship: Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, guiding them in their career development, code quality, and best practices.

Required Skills and Experience:
Proven Experience: At least 5-7 years of experience in backend engineering, with a strong focus on designing and building backend systems, APIs, and database-driven applications.
.NET Expertise: Extensive experience in building scalable, high-performance applications using .NET.
SQL & Database Design: Deep understanding of SQL, relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL), and performance optimization techniques.
API Integration & Development: Strong experience in designing, building, and integrating RESTful APIs and other web services. Familiarity with modern API practices (authentication, rate limiting, etc.).
In-House & Bespoke Products: Experience developing custom, in-house solutions that meet specific business requirements. Ability to tailor solutions to complex business needs.
System Architecture: Solid experience in designing and building large-scale distributed systems, understanding microservices, and designing fault-tolerant architectures.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a passion for solving complex technical problems and improving existing systems.
Agile Development: Experience working in an Agile development environment.

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