Senior Backend Engineer at Paystack

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  Senior Backend Engineer

  • Job Type Full Time
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  • Experience 4 years
  • Location Lagos
  • Job Field ICT / Computer&nbsp

  About the Senior Backend Engineer role

  • As an engineer at Paystack, you will be at the forefront of our engineering team, driving the development and delivery of high-impact projects.
  • You will collaborate closely with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to build scalable, secure, and reliable payment solutions.
  • Your contribution will be crucial in shaping the technical direction of the company and mentoring other engineers to achieve their full potential.

  We’ll trust you to

  • Develop, deploy & maintain complex software systems and services.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and deliver new features and enhancements.
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and coding standards.
  • Identify and address performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and other technical issues.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation within the team.
  • Participate in the hiring process to attract and retain top engineering talent.

  You’ll thrive in this role if you

  • 4+ years of experience in software development, with a proven track record of contributing to successful projects.
  • Expertise in one or more programming languages such as JavaScript,
  • Typescript, Python, or Go. We have a preference for Typescript. However, proficiency in any C-style language is a valid consideration.
  • Strong understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript) and frameworks (React, Angular, Vue.js).
  • Experience with AWS and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Solid understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and data structures.
  • Proven experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and distributed systems.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

  Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package and benefits
  • 13th month bonus
  • TSG Equity compensation
  • Full medical coverage
  • Wellbeing stipend
  • Hybrid working environment
  • Smart, kind colleagues who are invested in your growth.

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