Backend Developer

About the company:

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. Our vision is to build an Africa where payment is a seamless part of everyday life.

Job Purpose

To develop and maintain applications using Spring Boot framework. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements.

Responsibilities

▪Develop and maintain Spring Boot applications using Java programming language.

▪Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement software solutions.

▪Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that meets industry standards and best practices.

▪Troubleshoot and debug issues in existing applications and provide timely resolutions.

▪Stay up to date with emerging trends and technologies in software development and apply them to improve the quality and performance of applications.

▪Write and execute unit tests to ensure the reliability and functionality of code.

▪Work with databases and data structures to store, retrieve, and manipulate data.

▪ Leverage database migration to manage and apply database changes in a consistent and reliable way.

▪Implement security measures to protect applications from potential threats and vulnerabilities.

▪Document technical specifications, user manuals, and other relevant documentation to ensure effective communication and knowledge transfer.

Skills and Qualifications

▪Strong proficiency in Java programming language.

▪Experience with Spring Boot framework.

▪Knowledge of RESTful web services and API development

▪Familiarity with database technologies such as MSSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL

▪Experience with Queuing systems like Kafka, Rabbit MQ, or Apache ActiveMQ.

▪Understanding of software development principles and methodologies.

▪Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively with other developers and stakeholders.

▪Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

▪Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

▪Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.