Ingeniero de Software Junior Remoto (Backend)

Placements24; Santiago de Querétaro; Hybrid; MXN 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development & mentorship

Occasional in-person meetups near Quer

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct is looking for a motivated Junior Backend Software Engineer to join their innovative tech team. This fully remote role supports design, development, and maintenance of robust backend systems and APIs from anywhere in Mexico, with occasional in-person gatherings near Querétaro City.

You'll collaborate in an agile environment, contribute to architecture discussions, and grow your skills while resolving real-world problems in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable backend services and APIs.

Skills

Backend languages (Python, Java, Node.

RESTful API design

Database design

Git version control

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Relational/NoSQL databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Software Engineering

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

NoSQL databases

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking a motivated Junior Backend Software Engineer to join an innovative technology company. This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility and the opportunity to work on challenging projects from anywhere within Mexico, though proximity to Querétaro City, Querétaro, MX is advantageous for occasional team gatherings. As a recent graduate, you will contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of robust backend systems and APIs. You'll work closely with a talented team of engineers in a collaborative, fast-paced, and agile environment. This is an exceptional chance to apply your academic knowledge and grow your professional skills in a leading tech firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js).
• Design and implement efficient database schemas and queries.
• Write clean, well-documented, and testable code.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure code quality and share knowledge.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
• Work closely with product managers to understand project requirements.
• Engage actively in daily remote stand-ups and agile ceremonies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Solid understanding of backend development principles and practices.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, C#, Node.js).
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with RESTful API design and development.
• Basic knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Understanding of version control systems like Git.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for remote teamwork.
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a competitive salary, flexible working hours, and the opportunity to work on impactful projects. Our client provides excellent professional development opportunities, including access to advanced training, conferences, and mentorship programs. You'll be part of a culture that values innovation and continuous learning. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, generous paid time off, and regular virtual team-building activities. While the role is remote, there may be opportunities for optional in-person meetups in or near Querétaro City, Querétaro, MX . Start your software engineering career with a forward-thinking company.