Backend Engineer at StarryNift

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with R&D teams to interpret product and business requirements, translating them into technical specifications for blockchain project development.
• Develop and maintain backend systems using appropriate technologies, ensuring seamless integration with blockchain frameworks and distributed networks.
• Execute testing protocols to validate code functionality, identify bugs, and optimize system performance for reliability and efficiency.
• Participate in deployment processes, including configuration management and monitoring tools, to ensure smooth production releases.
• Conduct code reviews to maintain coding standards, improve code quality, and ensure adherence to best practices in the project's technology stack.
• Document development workflows, technical decisions, and system architecture to support team knowledge sharing and future maintenance.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay updated with emerging blockchain technologies, industry trends, and backend development methodologies.
• Collaborate with QA engineers and DevOps teams to ensure alignment between development, testing, and deployment phases.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of APIs, databases, and microservices that support blockchain applications.
• Participate in agile development cycles, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to deliver iterative improvements.

Job Requirements

• Proficient in at least one backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go) with a strong foundation in software development principles.
• Basic understanding of blockchain technology concepts, including smart contracts, consensus algorithms, and distributed ledger systems.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git) for collaborative development and code management.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and containerization tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) for scalable infrastructure deployment.
• Ability to work with databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and understand data modeling, querying, and optimization techniques.
• Strong logical thinking and analytical skills to design efficient algorithms and solve complex technical challenges.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail to ensure code reliability and system stability.
• Good communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members, stakeholders, and cross-functional departments.
• Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices for automated testing and deployment processes.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional growth to adapt to evolving blockchain development requirements.