Senior Backend Engineer: APIs, Microservices & Scale

Artifintech; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Artifintech in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Backend Developer to design and maintain scalable server-side applications and enterprise services. The role focuses on API development, database integration, and performance optimization to support critical business systems.

You will work with Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, using Spring Boot, Django, .NET Core, or Express.js, and build RESTful services and microservices in a cloud environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of backend development or software engineering experience.
• Experience building APIs, database-driven applications, and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of Agile development and SDLC practices.
• Strong debugging, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and services.
• Build and integrate REST APIs and microservices.
• Implement business logic, data processing, and database operations.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Develop secure components and access-control mechanisms.
• Integrate backend services with front-end apps and third-party systems.
• Troubleshoot defects and production issues.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, and technical design discussions.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA, DevOps, and architects.
• Maintain technical documentation and follow best practices.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

Node.js

Education

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

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Spring Boot

Django

.NET Core

Express.js

Job description

Artifintech in Jersey City, NJ is seeking a Backend Developer to design and maintain scalable server-side applications and enterprise services. The role focuses on API development, database integration, and performance optimization to support critical business systems.

You will work with Java, Python, C#, or Node.js, using Spring Boot, Django, .NET Core, or Express.js, and build RESTful services and microservices in a cloud environment.