Card Services Backend Development EngineerPalmPay

• Design, develop, and maintain backend systems for the Nigerian card business such as debit, and credit, ensuring system stability, scalability, and high performance.
• Participate in defining system architecture and technology choices, providing feasible technical solutions for business requirements.
• Address technical challenges in system development, ensure code quality and security, and perform code reviews and optimizations.
• Coordinate with the testing team to ensure product quality, and participate in system testing and troubleshooting efforts.
• Stay updated on technology trends, propose improvements and innovative suggestions, and maintain awareness of industry best practices.
• Possess detailed experience in the Nigerian POS business domain, understanding of the interaction flows between institutions and channels, and familiarity with business rules and processes.
• Assist in resolving critical issues, provide technical support and training, and ensure the system's smooth operation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in backend development, understanding card business development such as debit, and credit.
• Proficiency in Java programming language, familiarity with Spring Boot framework, and experience in microservices architecture is a plus.
• Experience in database design and optimization, familiarity with relational databases (such as MySQL).
• Practical experience with technologies like message queues, and caching, e.g., Kafka, Redis. Familiarity with at least one RPC calling framework, with FeignClient being preferred, knowledge of GRPC, etc.
• Strong object-oriented programming skills, familiar with common design patterns and principles, can break down and simplify complex problems.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high efficiency.
• Effective communication skills and teamwork, capable of collaborating with team members from diverse backgrounds.