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Backend Software Engineer

SOUM

Skills

Required

  • microservices
  • Node.js
  • TypeScript
  • microservices architecture
  • gRPC
  • MongoDB
  • PostgreSQL
  • Nest.js
  • Develop APIs
  • handle inter-service communication
  • ClickHouse
  • AWS / GCP / Azure

Preferred

  • backend
  • Kubernetes
  • Docker
  • Golang
  • building performant backend components
  • code reviews

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Backend Software Engineer to join our dynamic team. As a Backend Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems and microservices that power our products.

If you have a strong foundation in backend development, enjoy solving complex problems, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you.

About SOUM

At Soum, we're on a mission to build a marketplace that enables users to buy and sell anything online with convenience, trust, and ease, starting in the MENA market. We began with second-hand electronics in KSA, becoming market leaders, and are now expanding to used cars and collectibles. In just two years, we've facilitated hundreds of thousands of transactions across 150+ locations in the Kingdom, maintained 10,000 active listings at any given time, earned the distinction of being the 10th most downloaded e-commerce app in KSA for 2023, and received more than 5 million app downloads.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and Nest.js.
  • Build and manage scalable microservices architecture with a focus on performance and reliability.
  • Develop APIs and handle inter-service communication using gRPC.
  • Work with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and ClickHouse for data modeling, storage, and optimization.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
  • Ensure code quality and maintainability through best practices, code reviews, and testing.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize backend systems to ensure seamless performance.

Requirements

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend systems using Node.js, TypeScript, and Nest.js.
  • Build and manage scalable microservices architecture with a focus on performance and reliability.
  • Develop APIs and handle inter-service communication using gRPC.
  • Work with MongoDB, PostgreSQL, and ClickHouse for data modeling, storage, and optimization.
  • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and deployment strategies.

Familiarity with cloud platforms like

  • AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Knowledge of distributed systems and event-driven architectures.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 4–5+ years of hands-on experience in backend software development.
  • Proficient in
  • Node.js and TypeScript.

MongoDB and PostgreSQL

  • in production environments.
  • Solid understanding of microservices architecture and communication protocols like gRPC.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred

  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
  • Exposure to Golang for building performant backend components.
  • Experience in scaling and optimizing backend systems for high-traffic applications.

Work Timings

Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (KSA time)