The Junior Backend Developer will take full responsibility for developing and maintaining the server-side functionalities of the Performance Management System MVP. You will design and implement APIs, manage data storage solutions, and ensure smooth integration with frontend components, enabling a robust and secure backend environment. This role is ideal for an entry-level developer eager to contribute to an impactful project within a collaborative team.

Key Responsibilities

API Development and Integration:

• Design, build, and maintain RESTful APIs to support frontend applications and ensure seamless data flow across components.

• Collaborate with the frontend team to integrate backend services, providing reliable and efficient access to KPI, performance review, and bonus data.

Database Management:

• Set up and manage database schemas and tables for storing employee performance data, using databases such as DynamoDB or SQL.

• Ensure data integrity, efficiency, and security through optimized data retrieval and storage practices.

Server-Side Logic Implementation:

• Develop backend logic to handle business processes such as KPI tracking, bonus calculations, and performance reviews.

• Optimize backend performance to ensure fast and scalable API response times for a smooth user experience.

Testing and Debugging:

• Conduct unit testing to validate backend logic and API functionality, ensuring high-quality code and reliable performance.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve any backend issues, collaborating with the frontend and DevOps teams as needed.

Documentation and Collaboration:

• Document code, API endpoints, and workflows, enabling transparency and ease of future maintenance.

• Coordinate with the project manager and other development team members to meet project timelines and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Proficiency in server-side languages, particularly JavaScript with Node.js, and knowledge of backend frameworks (e.g., Express).
• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and experience with API integration.
• Familiarity with database concepts (NoSQL or SQL) and experience with databases like DynamoDB or MySQL.
• Knowledge of version control (Git) and collaborative development processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and accountable, with the ability to take ownership of backend tasks.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Basic knowledge of AWS services, particularly Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
• Exposure to testing frameworks and test-driven development (TDD) practices.

Why Join Us?

As a Junior Backend Developer, you will play an essential role in building the server-side structure for our Performance Management System MVP, contributing directly to its success. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to take ownership of backend tasks and collaborate with experienced engineers, making it ideal for a developer who wants to grow their skills and make a real impact in an innovative project environment.

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