Required for a one year, fully remote contract, a Backend Architect / Lead, who can set up the architecture of backend systems and services, in an e-commerce driven company.

A strong understanding of architectural principles and architectural patterns.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and design scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems.
• Lead the rebuilding and modernisation of systems into modern, cloud-native architectures.
• Define and enforce best practices in backend development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align backend architecture with product and business goals.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and tools.
• Drive API design and integration strategies (REST, GraphQL, gRPC, etc.).
• Ensure systems are resilient, fault-tolerant, and meet SLAs.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies.

To arrange a teams-based interview, pleasde email in the first instance, your CV to jt@waconsultants.com

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