Backend Developer (Microservice)

InnovationTeam

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ref: PP000-44287

Job description / Role

Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
IT - Software & Web Development
Company Industry
IT, Software & Internet Services

Description

InnovationTeam is a dynamic technology company dedicated to delivering cutting-edge solutions to diverse markets. We're on the lookout for skilled senior backend developers with a strong focus on microservices architecture to become part of our talented development team.
At InnovationTeam, we believe in fostering innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that encourages creativity and technical excellence.
As a senior backend developer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing robust microservices that drive our applications. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions while ensuring best practices in software development.

Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in software development with a focus on backend technologies.
  • Strong knowledge of microservices architecture and design patterns.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
  • Experience with RESTful APIs and developing scalable web services.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Solid understanding of database technologies, both SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Cassandra).
  • Experience with message brokers (RabbitMQ, Kafka) and event-driven architecture.
  • Knowledge of CI/CD processes and tools such as Jenkins or GitLab CI.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with team members and stakeholders.

Nice to have

  • Experience in cloud services such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
  • Familiarity with agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
  • Contributions to open-source projects or technical blogs.
  • Must hold solid microservices experience (at least two projects delivered).
  • Must have developed and successfully deployed to production at least three products built on a microservices architecture (containerized, CI/CD-enabled, observability in place).

Expectations

  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.
  • Work closely with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers to improve their skills.
  • Continuously improve existing applications by refactoring code and optimizing performance.
  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and emerging technologies.

Benefits

  • Private health insurance
  • Work from home
  • Training and development
  • Competitive salary
  • Annual vacation
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