Backend Developer for NATO

Would you like to join the leading international intergovernmental organization?

The Centre for Maritime Research and Experimentation (CMRE) is an established, world-class scientific research and experimentation facility that organizes and conducts scientific research and technology development centred on the maritime domain. It delivers innovative and field-tested science and technology (S&T) solutions to address defence and security needs of the Alliance.

Responsibilities:

Architect and develop scalable APIs and services and relative frameworks with emphasis on performance, security, and maintainability
Design and optimize database schemas, implement distributed systems patterns (message queues, pub/sub, event streaming, caching strategies), and ensure data integrity across distributed architectures
Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, backlog refinement, code reviews, and technical documentation using AzureDevOps or similar platforms
Champion security compliance, Test-Driven Development (TDD), and quality assurance practices throughout the development lifecycle, ensuring adherence to industry standards and best practices

Essential Qualifications & Experience:

A minimum requirement of a bachelor’s degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in an information systems, physics or electronics related scientific or engineering discipline
A minimum of 3 years of experience in developing production-grade backend services and APIs (preferably using Python or Java) with strong understanding of database design, caching strategies, and distributed systems.
Strong experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, Git workflows, code review processes, and collaboration tools (AzureDevOps, JIRA, GitHub, GitLab, etc.)
Deep understanding of SDLC phases with proficiency in continuous integration/deployment practices, automated testing strategies, and iterative development approaches
Solid grasp of SOLID principles, design patterns, and architectural approaches including Domain Driven Design (DDD), Test-Driven Development (TDD), and clean code practices
Knowledge of secure coding practices, OWASP guidelines, vulnerability management, static/dynamic analysis tools, and commitment to writing maintainable, well-tested code with comprehensive unit, integration, and end-to-end testing
Strong analytical and debugging skills with ability to break down complex problems, apply appropriate design patterns and refactoring techniques, communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences, and document solutions effectively
Good level of spoken and written English

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Backend Developer for NATO

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