Back-end Software Engineer/Developer

Summary

• Develop server-side logic for web applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Implement data storage solutions and ensure data integrity.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and best practices in back-end development.

Key Skills

• Proficiency in server-side languages such as Python, Java, Node.js, or Ruby.
• Strong knowledge of database technologies like SQL, MongoDB, and Cassandra.
• Familiarity with server management and deployment for various platforms.
• Understanding of server-side templating languages.
• Strong grasp on security principles and how they apply to web applications.

Standard Industry Training

• Certification in popular server-side frameworks like Django, Spring Boot, or Express.js.
• Courses on database design and optimisation.
• Training on web application security principles.

Interview Questions

1. How do you handle data migrations in a live environment?
2. Describe a challenging problem you faced related to server optimisation and how you solved it.
3. How do you ensure the security of user data in your applications?
4. Describe a situation where you had to integrate multiple data sources and databases into one system.
5. How do you handle scalability challenges, especially with a growing user base?