Backend Developer: APIs, Security & Scale

GetJobSmart; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 243,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Beacon East Solutions in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Backend Developer for a full-time role. You will design, implement, and maintain server-side logic and databases, and collaborate with the development team to build robust, scalable applications in an Agile setting.

Daily tasks include building and optimizing APIs, ensuring system security, and troubleshooting performance issues. Ideal candidates have a strong backend background with Python or Java and experience with SQL or NoSQL databases,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 3–5 years of backend experience.
• Strong Python or Java backend experience with SQL/NoSQL databases.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with APIs, security, and performance optimization.
• Willing to start on short notice and adapt to flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain server-side logic and databases.
• Develop and optimize APIs and ensure system security.
• Troubleshoot performance issues and work with the team in Agile environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Skills

Backend development

Python

Java

APIs

SQL

NoSQL

Agile

Communication

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Trello

Asana

Slack

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Beacon East Solutions in Cincinnati, Ohio is seeking a Backend Developer for a full-time role. You will design, implement, and maintain server-side logic and databases, and collaborate with the development team to build robust, scalable applications in an Agile setting.

Daily tasks include building and optimizing APIs, ensuring system security, and troubleshooting performance issues. Ideal candidates have a strong backend background with Python or Java and experience with SQL or NoSQL databases,