ROLE PURPOSE 

Backend developer is responsible for the system to work behind the scenes. His or her role is to integrate the application with all required systems and services and provide clean and easy to use API for the frontend part of the system. Although his or her work is usually hidden from the user, he or she bears the full responsibility for the application functionality, performance and scalability. He or she knows how to write clean modern APIs, integrate with legacy systems and work with databases. He or she often works like hacker when he needs to find how to integrate with legacy systems without any documentation. 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Design and develop the business logic and backend systems of the product 

• Work closely with frontend developers to design and develop functional, performing and complete APIs 

• Decipher existing companies software systems and be able to hook in application to applicable data sources 

• Write both unit and integration tests, and develop automation tools for daily tasks 

• Develop high quality, well documented, and efficient code  

• Challenge ideas and opinions to avoid pitfalls and inefficient solutions 

Knowledge & Skills 

Essential 

• Extensive experience as a backend developer or Full Stack developer 

• Profound knowledge of Object-Oriented programming and proficiency in Java, Spring Boot, or similar banking software (a plus) 

• Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing RESTful API services and optimizing the performance of large-scale applications 

• Strong understanding of web services and complex software systems 

• Hands-on experience with various database systems, including SQL and NoSQL. 

• Familiarity with JavaScript MVC frameworks like AngularJS, Backbone, etc. is advantageous 

• Proficient in writing comprehensive unit and integration tests 

• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts and facilitate alignment within the organization 

• Exceptional problem-solving abilities, capable of quickly grasping intricate information and presenting it in a clear and concise manner 

• Collaborative approach, leveraging teamwork to generate innovative solutions efficiently 

• Passionate about technology and enthusiastic about the potential of emerging and disruptive technologies 

• Possesses an entrepreneurial mindset and thrives in an environment that nurtures self-starters 

• Embraces a culture of transparency and trust 

• Open to learning new ideas beyond the scope of their current knowledge and skillset

Experience 

Essential 

• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies 

• Experience as a developer on an agile team preferred 

Desirable 

• Experience in the Banking is a plus 

Cloud 

• Cloud native platform and tools 

• Microservices development 

Language

• Working proficiency in Myanmar and English.