Backend developer

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technology Specialist with over 10 years of experience in designing, developing, and supporting backend and cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Node.js, JavaScript, and Azure Cosmos DB, along with a basic understanding of Azure App Service and Azure Function Apps. The role requires a proactive problem-solver with strong communication skills and experience working in Agile

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js and JavaScript.
• Develop, maintain, and consume RESTful APIs for internal and external system integrations.
• Work with Azure Cosmos DB for data modelling, querying, optimization, and application data management.
• Use a basic understanding of Azure App Service and Azure Function Apps to support application hosting, deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, frontend developers, QA teams, and DevOps teams to deliver reliable solutions.
• Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle, including requirement analysis, design, development, testing support, deployment, and production support.
• Perform code reviews, technical troubleshooting, defect analysis, and root cause analysis for application and production issues.
• Follow secure coding standards, development guidelines, source-control practices, and agreed engineering processes.
• Contribute to technical documentation, knowledge sharing, reusable components, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Communicate technical progress, risks, dependencies, blockers, and support requirements clearly to stakeholders.
• Experience with distributed services or microservices-based architecture.
• Exposure to Azure API Management, Application Insights, Azure Monitor, and related Azure services.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, dependency scanning, and DevOps practices.
• Exposure to Docker, containerization, messaging services, or event-driven application patterns.
• Azure development or cloud certification would be an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience delivering and supporting enterprise backend or cloud-based applications.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and contributing to technical design and implementation decisions.
• Ability to manage technical priorities and deliver quality outcomes with limited supervision.