Backend Engineer

ZivoTech

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

ZivoTech is seeking a Backend Engineer to design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize queries, and boost system performance. You will collaborate with frontend teams to define clear API specifications and ensure scalable services across the platform.

The role emphasizes security, monitoring, and troubleshooting in production, with exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and containerization with Docker.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience with Node.js or Python.
Experience with SQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL).
Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
Experience with containerization (Docker).
Understanding of microservices architecture.

Responsibilities

Design and implement RESTful APIs
Optimize database queries and improve system performance
Collaborate with frontend developers to define API specifications
Implement security best practices
Monitor and troubleshoot production systems

Skills

Node.js

Python

SQL databases

Tools

PostgreSQL

MySQL

Docker

AWS/Azure/GCP

Job description

As a Backend Engineer, you'll design and implement RESTful APIs, optimize database queries, and improve system performance. You'll work closely with frontend developers to define API specifications.

About the Team

Our backend team is responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure that powers our platform. We use modern technologies and follow best practices for scalability and reliability.

Responsibilities