Senior Backend Developer

Join Flaminjoy as a Senior Backend Developer – Architecting the Future of Influencer Marketing.

Flaminjoy is seeking a driven and technically brilliant Senior Backend Developer to become a cornerstone of our engineering team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in designing and building the robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems that power our rapidly growing influencer marketing platform.

You will be at the forefront of solving complex challenges related to high-volume data processing, real-time system interactions, and innovative feature development. Working alongside a talented cross-functional team, you will architect and implement backend services, drive crucial optimizations, and champion best practices to ensure our platform remains a leader in the industry. Your contributions will directly impact the reliability, scalability, and future innovation of our entire platform, making this a highly rewarding and impactful position.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain backend systems with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
Architect and implement APIs and services that integrate seamlessly with frontend applications and third-party systems.
Optimize database performance and design efficient data storage solutions using MySQL and MongoDB.
Develop and manage cloud-based services using AWS and Firebase, ensuring reliability and scalability.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including frontend developers, DevOps engineers, and product managers, to align technical solutions with business goals.
Implement and enforce coding standards, best practices, and security measures to ensure a high-quality codebase.
Develop and maintain comprehensive Unit & Feature Tests to ensure system stability, prevent regressions, and improve overall code quality.
Utilize GitHub for version control and manage CI/CD workflows for efficient deployment.
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high availability and fault tolerance.
Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies to continuously improve backend architecture.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in backend development with a strong foundation in PHP and Laravel.
Proficiency in database design and optimization using MySQL and MongoDB.
Experience working with cloud platforms such as AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, etc.) and Firebase.
Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, authentication mechanisms, and data security best practices.
Knowledge of microservices architecture and serverless computing.
Proficient in GitHub for version control and collaborative development workflows.
Ability to write efficient, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Experience in troubleshooting complex backend issues, improving system performance, and managing high-load applications.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on optimizing system efficiency and reliability.
Ability to quickly adapt to new development platforms, tools, and environments.
Work effectively in a team environment, contributing to code reviews, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement processes.

Nice to have

Experience working with AI-powered solutions, such as machine learning models, recommendation engines, or AI-driven automation.
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized environments.
Familiarity with other messaging systems like Redis, RabbitMQ.
Exposure to GraphQL and WebSockets for real-time data processing.

If you are passionate about backend development and eager to work on cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply at hr@flaminjoy.com