Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Full-Stack Engineer (Backend Heavy) to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate is passionate about building robust and scalable backend systems while being comfortable working on front-end technologies (mostly vanilla Javascript and JQuery) when needed. You will be crucial in developing, maintaining, and optimizing our web applications to deliver exceptional user experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Laravel and Node.js.
• Build RESTful APIs and integrate third-party services to support front-end functionalities.
• Write efficient and reusable code to ensure high performance and scalability.
• Implement front-end features using JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap to create user-friendly interfaces.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliver quality solutions.
• Debug and troubleshoot application issues to ensure seamless user experiences.
• Optimize database queries and manage data integrity in MySQL or other relational databases.
• Conduct code reviews and adhere to best practices in software development.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions to improve systems.
• Provide technical support and mentoring to junior team members when needed

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Experience:2+ years of professional experience in full-stack development, with a strong focus on backend development.
• Backend Skills:
• Advanced proficiency in Laravel framework.
• Strong knowledge of Node.js for building server-side applications.
• Familiarity with building and consuming RESTful APIs.
• Strong knowledge with API testing tools like Postman
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL). Preferably MySQL
• Deep understanding of how to scale and optimise backend systems
• Frontend Skills:
• Proficiency in JavaScript, jQuery, and Bootstrap for creating responsive UI components.
• Basic understanding of HTML5, CSS3, and cross-browser compatibility.
• Deployment & Infrastructure:
• Strong knowledge of AWS
• Deploying and managing server instances
• AWS core services (EC2, S3, ALB, Route 53, etc)
• Additionally Required Skills:
• Familiarity with version control tools includingGit and Bitbucket
• Strong understanding of the git workflow
• Working experience with collaborative tools such as JIRA and Google Chat
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong understanding of software design principles and patterns.
• Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
• Soft Skills:
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• A proactive mindset with attention to detail.

Additional Information

What We Offer:

• Salary offer is GHC3,500 – 4,500 per month
• Fully remote work with once-in-a-while in-person meetings to keep team chemistry
• Opportunity to work on exciting projects in a collaborative environment.
• A chance to make a significant impact on the growth and success of our products.