As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of the backend architecture of our platform. Collaborating with frontend developers, UX designers, and product managers, you will play a crucial role in delivering robust and scalable solutions that meet the needs of our users and align with our business objectives.
- Design and Develop Backend Architecture: Lead the development of the backend architecture using Golang, NestJS, and PostGreSQL, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with frontend developers, UX designers, and product managers to create cohesive and user-centric solutions.
- Mentor and Guide Team Members: Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Optimize Database Performance: Utilize PostGreSQL to design and optimize database structures, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Implement Best Practices: Adhere to and promote best practices in coding, testing, and documentation.
- Contribute to Continuous Improvement: Participate in code reviews, architectural discussions, and continuous integration processes to enhance the quality of the product.
- Stay Up-to-Date with Industry Trends: Keep abreast of the latest technologies and methodologies in backend development, particularly in Go Framework, JS Framework, gRPC and GraphQL
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
- 3+ years of experience in backend development, with a focus on Go and NestJS (Typescript) is a plus.
- Strong Knowledge of Database Management: Experience in designing and managing relational databases, particularly PostGreSQL.
- Experience with Microservices & Cloud Architecture: Understanding of microservices patterns and best practices.
- Experience with Message Broker tools: Understanding of Pub/Sub architecture pattern
- Excellent Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to tackle complex challenges and develop innovative solutions.
- Strong Communication Skills: Both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with Agile Development: Ability to work in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
Top Skills
What We Do
Youtap is a global software company with 200+ staff worldwide. The company provides banks, payment service providers, retailers, and mobile operators with cloud-based platforms for digital banking, payments, loyalty and rewards, and merchant services.
Its product suite includes:
YouPay – white-label digital wallets and payments platform.
YouReward – loyalty and rewards platform.
YouBank – digital banking platform.
YouShop – merchant services and POS platform.
Youtap’s cloud-based platforms are used by financial institutions, enterprises, and merchants to deliver digital financial services, manage customer engagement programs, and operate retail and payment systems. The solutions are designed for scalability and integration with existing infrastructure.
Founded in 2007, Youtap has offices in Auckland, New York, Jakarta, and Singapore. Its shareholders include Verifone and Salim Group.
