Senior Backend Engineer, Dumfries, VA

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Being a Senior Backend Engineer means that you are responsible for the construction and the efficiency of all the Backend functionality for a website. You are essential in getting a project off and running. As a Senior Backend Developer, you can integrate user-facing elements built by front-end developers with server-side logic, as well as build libraries and reusable code for future use. 

We need Senior Back-End Engineering jobseekers on Hired who are results-oriented, multifaceted and can work independently or in a team environment, to get the job done.

Common Responsibilities

• Using frameworks to build service-side software and integrate APIs and cloud computing.
• Analyzing and compiling data, codes and processes to identify areas of improvement and resolve issues.
• Think strategically, creatively and innovatively using good judgment and technical skills.
• Strong understanding of programming techniques and tools, as well as the web development cycle.
• Record data and report findings to the appropriate partners.
• Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries.
• Build security settings, restore and back up technologies for databases and websites.
• Work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment while managing and prioritizing multiple responsibilities.

Skills & Experiences Our Employers Need

• 7+ years experience with Backend web development.
• 7+ years of experience building well tested large-scale, distributed systems.
• Experience with programming languages like HTML, Ruby, Ruby on Rails, PHP, Python, C# or Java, Go Language, Swift, Docker, Azure, AngularJS and Angular 2.
• Experience with crafting REST APIs and version control like Git.
• Experience with modern MVC frameworks such as Django, Rails, Pyramid, Flask, Sails and Laravel.
• Experience with application architecture stacks, including API layer, business logic, data modeling, hosting, network and UI/UX.
• B.S. in computer engineering, web development, computer science or equivalent experience.

These Would Also Be Nice

• Experience crafting mobile applications using Objective-C, Swift or Android.
• Experience with cloud development (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud).
• Experience doing unit testing with Virtual Machines.
• Experience with Webpack.

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