Senior Backend Engineer

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. Architect and design complex systems ensuring scalability and reliability .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeRemote • EgyptSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend development, focusing on scalable system architecture, robust API design, and database management. Proven leadership in mentoring teams and driving technical discussions while ensuring security and compliance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PHP Backend ProgrammingScalable System ArchitectureDatabase Design and OptimizationCloud Services (AWS, GCP)API Design (RESTful, GraphQL)

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Hard Skills

Backend DevelopmentMicroservices PrinciplesSecurity Best PracticesAutomated TestingVersion Control (Git)

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

DockerKubernetesCI/CD Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Industry Keywords

Data ProtectionAuthenticationAuthorizationIncident Management

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformGraphQLJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNode.jsNoSQLPHPPythonSQLGo

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Architect and design complex systems ensuring scalability and reliability
Build and maintain core backend services using best-in-class technologies and frameworks
Optimize performance and scalability by identifying bottlenecks and implementing efficient solutions
Ensure security and compliance with proper authentication, data protection, and regulatory measures
Mentor and guide team members through technical discussions, code reviews, and knowledge-sharing
Conduct thorough code reviews to uphold high-quality coding standards and maintain best practices
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals
Manage databases by designing, monitoring, and optimizing for performance and reliability
Implement robust testing strategies for stable, resilient systems
Lead incident management by troubleshooting critical issues, driving root cause analysis, and implementing preventive measures
Stay current with industry trends and integrate emerging tools, frameworks, and practices to enhance backend systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of professional experience in backend development with proven leadership on complex projects
Expert proficiency in PHP backend programming language and frameworks
Proficiency in backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Go, Node.js) is a big plus
Deep understanding of scalable system architecture, design patterns, and microservices principles
Extensive experience with database design, optimization, and management (both SQL and NoSQL)
Proven ability to design and implement robust, secure APIs (RESTful, GraphQL) and handle third-party integrations
Strong knowledge of cloud services (AWS, or GCP), containerization (Docker), and orchestration (Kubernetes)
Deep familiarity with security best practices, data protection, authentication, and authorization mechanisms
Experience with version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and DevOps practices

Benefits

Comp & perks

USD salary, stable, competitive compensation regardless of currency fluctuations
Comprehensive medical insurance provided to support your wellbeing
Fully remote work with flexible hours
Fast career growth in a company scaling rapidly across Saudi and the region