Backend Developer – Manchester

A backend developer is responsible for building, maintaining, and securing server-side applications and APIs using technologies such as ASP.NET, Node.js, Python, Java, PHP, and Ruby on Rails. They design and manage databases including SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and NoSQL platforms like MongoDB, ensuring data integrity and performance. The role involves deploying and scaling applications on cloud services such as AWS and Azure, while adhering to GDPR and privacy regulations. Developers collaborate with front-end teams to integrate user-facing components with server-side logic using frameworks like Angular, React, and Bootstrap. They implement authentication, authorisation, security best practices, and write comprehensive unit tests to ensure quality. The position requires experience with version control, API security, RESTful web services, and a background in software development in a professional setting.