Senior Backend Developer

Role Overview
We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to lead the development of our platform,
focusing on the measurement and enhancement of cognitive skills. You will be
responsible for building scalable and robust systems that deliver accurate cognitive
assessments and actionable performance improvements, directly impacting the future ofathlete development.

Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain robust backend services using Python, Flask,
prioritizing performance, scalability, and security.
- Design, document, and implement RESTful APIs for seamless communication
with frontend applications and third-party integrations.
- Champion the design and implementation of a microservices architecture
for modularity, flexibility, and future platform growth.
- Lead the team in utilizing Docker and Kubernetes for efficient deployment,
scaling, and management of backend applications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate product vision into
technical solutions and drive backend roadmap execution.
- Mentor junior engineers on best practices and help them elevate their skills.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest backend technologies and trends in REST
APIs, microservices, and containerization.

Qualifications:
- Proven backend expertise (5+ years) designing, developing, and maintaining
robust and scalable backend systems.
- Extensive experience with Python, including advanced concepts (e.g.,
asynchronous programming, concurrency), and a deep understanding of the
Flask framework, including RESTful API design and development.
- Solid experience with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL), including
schema design, query optimization, and performance tuning.
- Practical experience with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions).
- A strong understanding of DevOps principles.
- Working knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud), including deploying
and managing applications in cloud environments.
- Experience with Docker for containerization.
- Strong understanding of security best practices for backend systems, including
authentication, authorization, and data encryption.

Leadership and Mentorship:
- A passion for guiding and mentoring junior engineers to help them excel.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to foster a supportive and
learning environment.