Analyzing business requirements and translating them into technical specifications Designing and implementing scalable and efficient backend systems, including databases, APIs, and server-side logic Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code that adheres to industry best practices and standards Collaborating with front-end developers, designers, and stakeholders to ensure the smooth delivery of projects Implementing security and data protection measures to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of sensitive information Testing and debugging applications to ensure they are functioning correctly and fixing any issues that arise Monitoring performance and optimizing backend systems to ensure they run efficiently and meet SLAs. Strong experience with backend development technologies, such as SQL, Node.js, Python, Ruby on Rails, or Java Knowledge of database design, web application architecture, and RESTful API development Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively and critically Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders