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# Senior Backend Developer

- **Company:** Silalinguists
- **Location:** Glasgow, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Apple IOS, Application Performance Management, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Cloud Computing, Software Quality, Databases, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Django Web Framework, Elasticsearch, Entity Framework, JQuery, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, MySQL, Model View Controller (MVC), Node.Js, OAuth, Redis, Logstash, Prometheus, Ruby, Systems Integration, Google Cloud, Test-Driven Development (TDD), .NET Core, Flask (Web Framework), Express.js, Grafana, Database Optimization, Spring-boot, Backend, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Integration Tests, Graphql, React Native, Front End Software Development, Kibana, Restful APIs, Docker, Elk Stack, Jenkins, Programming Languages, Microservices
- **Published:** September 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840620545-senior-backend-developer

## About the Role

* Experience with frontend technologies like React Native (iOS and Android), AngularJS, HTML/CSS, jQuery, and Bootstrap.
 * Proven experience as a Backend Developer or similar role.
 * Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, Node.js, or Ruby.
 * Strong knowledge of backend frameworks like Django, Flask, Spring Boot, .NET Core, or Express.js.
 * Experience with C# .NET Core, Entity Framework, and MVC architecture.
 * Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
 * Proficiency in one of the following languages: Arabic, Dutch, Kurdish or Farsi
 * Proficiency in SQL Server and database optimisation techniques.
 * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team.
 * Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects and contribute to technological innovation.

## Description

* Designing and implementing scalable backend architectures using Python, Java, C#, or Node.js.
 * Developing RESTful APIs and GraphQL endpoints to support frontend applications.
 * Integrating with various databases including SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and Redis.
 * Deploying and managing applications on cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
 * Implementing microservices architecture and containerisation using Docker and Kubernetes.
 * Ensuring code quality through unit testing, integration testing, and test-driven development (TDD).
 * Implementing security best practices including JWT, OAuth, and SSL/TLS protocols.
 * Setting up continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using tools like Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or GitLab CI/CD.
 * Monitoring application performance and troubleshooting issues using ELK Stack (Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana), Prometheus, or Grafana.
 * Collaborating with frontend developers to integrate frontend components with backend services.


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