Backend Developer

A backend developer in Manchester will handle secure system development, including APIs and data processing pipelines, using technologies such as ASP.NET, Node.js, Python, Java, PHP, and Ruby on Rails. They will collaborate with front-end teams to integrate user-facing features with server-side logic and manage relational and NoSQL databases like SQL Server, MySQL, MongoDB, and PostgreSQL. The role involves deploying, scaling, and maintaining applications on cloud platforms including AWS and Azure, with a focus on security and compliance standards such as GDPR. Candidates should have experience developing RESTful web services, applying authentication protocols, and writing clean, maintainable code with comprehensive testing. The position demands a solid understanding of backend development, database optimisation, and secure data storage, ideal for those with a degree or equivalent industry experience.