Back End Developer

Who is this for?We're looking for someone with at least 2 year's experience in backend development, or a closely related field. Specifically, that means 2+ years in a back-end or devops role, primarily Node.js and AWS infrastructure management.ResponsibilitiesDevelop new features and media processors for our existing node.js based applicationMaintain and optimise the running of our application on AWSPlan for scaling and improving the performance of the entire Alitu infrastructureMaintain and develop the RestfulAPI which links our back-end system to the application UI.Develop linkages with new external systems via APIDevelop our CI/CD process to be rock-solid and reliable.Core SkillsThe abilities to learn and problem solve are more important than the exact skills you have. So, if you don't currently work with ALL of these, but you can show us you've learned similar quickly, then get in touch.Node.js developmentAWS application managementDevops engineeringMonitoring tools – Zabbix / GrafanaBonus PointsThese skills are a bonus, but not necessary. Let me know if you have them.Experience in audio editing/encoding using ffmpeg or a similar multimedia techExperience in video editing/encoding using ffmpeg or a similar multimedia techDocker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestrationJenkins for CI/CDConfiguration management (Terraform, or similar)React (our front-end tech)Mindset FitYour mindset is really important to us, too. Values, culture, whatever you call it, it's how you think. Now, this doesn't mean everyone having the same thoughts, beliefs or background. Quite the opposite – we're passionate about bringing in diverse ideas and opinions, from all backgrounds. But your mindset is more about how you approach things like work and communication. Learn more about how we think on our main recruitment page, and check you'd enjoy working here > Check you're a culture fitHow it WorksSalary – £35,000 to £45,000 / $45,000 to $57,000 USDHours – Flexible Full-time – 4 to 5 days per week.Benefits – The usual basics, and growing as we do: holiday pay, pensions, staff parties, etc.Benefits – We'll pay for courses, equipment, and conference attendance to help your development.Schedule – Flexible hours – we can work around your schedule.Location – local or Remote. We're based in Dundee, and in Edinburgh, and you're welcome to work in one of our offices. But you can be anywhere for this role.

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