Backend Developer
List International
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Job description
Job Description
Job Location: Abu Dhabi - UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Office-Based / Onsite
Experience: Minimum 3 Years
Position Level: Senior Level
Languages: Must be Fluent in Arabic & English
About the Role
We are looking for a Python Backend Engineer to join our engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems that power our AI-driven SaaS platform.
You will build secure APIs, integrate with third-party services, optimize database performance, and contribute to the architecture of high-availability systems. The ideal candidate enjoys solving complex engineering challenges, writing clean and maintainable code, and working in a fast-paced, product-focused environment.
Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Python.
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Build production-ready applications using FastAPI, Flask.
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Design and implement secure RESTful APIs and GraphQL APIs.
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Develop scalable microservices and distributed backend systems.
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Integrate third-party APIs including payment gateways, CRM systems, AI platforms, communication services, and external SaaS providers..
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Design efficient database schemas and optimize complex SQL queries.
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Work with PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, RabbitMQ , MongoDB, Clickhouse, Typesense and other data storage technologies.
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Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, API Keys).
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Write reusable, maintainable, and well-documented code following clean architecture principles.
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Build unit, integration, and API tests to ensure application reliability.
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Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize backend performance in production environments.
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Collaborate closely with Frontend Engineers, DevOps Engineers, QA Engineers, Product Managers, and AI Engineers.
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Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical planning.
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Maintain high standards for security, scalability, and code quality.
Requirements
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The Ideal candidate must have Minimum 3 years of professional experience in Python backend development.
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Strong proficiency in Python programming.
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Solid experience with FastAPI or Flask.
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Strong understanding of REST API and GraphQL design principles.
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Must Know to Design and implement event-driven Architecture Structure.
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Must Know to Implement Clean Architecture and established software design principles to create modular, maintainable, testable, and scalable backend systems
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Experience building scalable backend architectures.
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Excellent knowledge of PostgreSQL and/or MySQL.
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Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Redis.
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Strong understanding of software architecture, OOP, SOLID Principles, and Design Patterns.
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Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
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Knowledge of asynchronous programming (async/await).
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Familiarity with Docker, K8s and containerized applications.
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Understanding of CI/CD pipelines using Github Actions or Jenkins.
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Experience writing automated tests (PyTest, Unit Testing, Integration Testing).
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Strong debugging and performance optimization skills.
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Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Experience with any of the following is a strong plus:
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AI/LLM integrations (OpenAI, Anthropic, Gemini, DeepSeek)
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LangChain or AI agent frameworks
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Celery and background task processing
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RabbitMQ, Kafka, or message queues and Typesense.
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WebSockets and real-time communication
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Elasticsearch
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Kubernetes
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AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
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Nginx
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Worked on Custom CRMs Project
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Linux server administration
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Multi-tenant SaaS architecture
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CRM integrations (Salesforce, Zoho, HubSpot, Odoo)
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications (To be discussed during the interview process).
Additional Benefits: To be discussed during the interview process.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to submit their Updated CV along with relevant documents of their experience to:- careers@aqaryint.com
Pay: AED4,500.00 - AED9,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person