Backend Developer (US)

About the Position

Backend Developer (US)

EdgeQ Technologies is a leading US staffing provider, and we are seeking a skilled Backend Developer with 2–5 years of professional experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications and APIs. This role offers a hybrid work model and is available in New York City, NY; Seattle, WA; Austin, TX; or Chicago, IL.

Salary: $90,000–$170,000 per year

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable backend services and applications.
• Build, maintain, and integrate RESTful APIs and backend systems.
• Develop applications using Java, Python, and/or Node.js.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code.
• Optimize backend applications for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Integrate third-party services and internal APIs.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement effective solutions.
• Collaborate with frontend developers, QA engineers, DevOps, and product teams.
• Participate in code reviews, testing, and Agile development processes.
• Maintain technical documentation for backend systems and APIs.

Requirements

• 2–5 years of backend development experience.
• Strong programming experience in Java, Python, or Node.js.
• Experience developing REST APIs and web services.
• Good understanding of backend architecture and application development.
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar.
• Knowledge of Git and version-control workflows.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Knowledge of Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with authentication technologies such as OAuth/JWT.
• Understanding of application security and API best practices.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

We Offer

• Competitive salary: $90K–$170K annually, depending on experience and location.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) and other applicable benefits.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities.

About the Company

EdgeQ Technologies

EdgeQ Technologies is a leading US staffing provider with a team of 1-10 employees. We specialize in Cloud Computing, Software, IT Management, and Blockchains. Learn more about our company and our founders here.

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Apply now – Join a growing technology team and work on scalable backend applications serving modern business needs.