Backend Engineer

Saha; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic technology company is looking for experienced backend engineers to build scalable and efficient server-side applications. The ideal candidate will excel in backend programming languages and has strong communication and collaboration skills. Responsibilities include ownership of design and architecture for microservices, collaboration with product teams, and building the server-side logic of web applications. Join an agile environment focusing on innovative solutions in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Qualifications

• Solid backend experience with microservice and distributed event-driven architecture.
• Professional experience with at least one backend programming language (Python, Java, etc.).
• Practical experience with advanced design concepts such as DDD, OOP.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of design, architecture, and development of microservices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and promote a collaborative environment.
• Build the server-side logic of the web application.

Skills

Backend programming languages

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Degree in computer science or related discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

DIET WATCHERS is looking for experienced backend engineers who are passionate about building scalable, efficient, and reliable server‑side applications. This role requires strong proficiency in server‑side languages (such as Python, Java, or Node.js), databases (SQL, NoSQL), and API development. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of backend architecture, security best practices, and cloud technologies to support modern applications.

Collaboration with frontend developers, designers, product managers, and other teams is key to this role, so strong communication skills are important. We are looking for strong problem solvers who can apply their engineering skills across different platforms and environments to deliver the best possible experience for customers and internal users.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the design, architecture, development, deployment and operations of microservices you will develop, using DevOps practices, pair programming and other cutting‑edge methodologies.
• Promote a highly collaborative environment with other product team members.
• Participate in regular technical forums to share knowledge with other engineers.
• Be an active member of cross‑functional agile teams collaborating with product owners, frontend developers, designers, and business intelligence teams.
• Build the server side logic of our web application.

Requirements

• Solid backend experience with microservice and distributed event‑driven architectural patterns
• Degree in computer science or any related discipline.
• Professional experience with one backend programming language, e.g., Python, C#, Java
• Experience working with docker and containerization technologies such as Kubernetes.
• A deep understanding of continuous integration and continuous delivery.
• Practical experience in applying advanced design concepts such as Domain Driven Design (DDD), Object Oriented Programming (OOP).
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.