Backend Developer

Nimbus North; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Professional development

Flexible work environment

Paid time off

Job summary

Nimbus North in San Diego, CA is seeking a Backend Developer to design, develop, and maintain server-side applications. You will build scalable architectures and ensure security and performance.

This full-time role offers negotiable salary based on experience, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a collaborative, DevOps–minded team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of backend development experience.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, or Node.js.
• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure.
• Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
• Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
• Create technical documentation for reference and knowledge sharing.

Skills

Java

Python

Node.js

SQL/NoSQL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Azure

Job description

Nimbus North, a software development company in San Diego, CA, seeks a Backend Developer to join our team. This full-time position offers negotiable salary and is open until November 23, 2026.

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining server-side applications and systems. This involves creating robust and scalable architectures, writing clean and efficient code, and implementing best practices for software development. You will also optimize the performance of these applications, ensuring they can handle high traffic and large data loads efficiently. Additionally, you will focus on security, implementing measures to protect against common vulnerabilities and threats. This includes ensuring data encryption, secure authentication and authorization processes, and compliance with relevant regulations. Furthermore, you will integrate with third-party services and APIs, enabling seamless communication and functionality between different systems. This role requires a strong understanding of various programming languages, frameworks, and databases, as well as experience with cloud platforms and DevOps practices.

You will work with a team of developers in a collaborative environment in San Diego, CA. Our office is located in the heart of the city, offering easy access to public transportation and amenities.

The salary for this position is negotiable based on the candidate's years of experience and relevant skills. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance coverage, a retirement plan with employer matching contributions, and opportunities for professional development, such as workshops, training programs, and access to industry conferences. Additionally, the company offers a flexible work environment and paid time off, ensuring a balanced work-life experience for its employees.

You should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field. Experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure is required. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or Java is essential.

What you will do:

1. Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems and services.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
3. Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
4. Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications.
5. Identify and correct bottlenecks and fix bugs.
6. Create technical documentation for reference and knowledge sharing.

What we need:

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
2. 3+ years of experience in backend development.
3. Proficiency in at least one backend programming language, such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
4. Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS or Azure.
5. Familiarity with database systems, such as SQL and NoSQL databases.
6. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.