2 223 Backend Engineer jobs in Bahrain

Senior Backend Engineer

Tanami

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About Tanami

Tanami is reshaping access to private markets in the Middle East and beyond. We're creating the foundational backend systems that power private market access—from secure authentication and transaction processing to portfolio management and regulatory compliance.

The Role

We're looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with significant financial application experience who can architect robust systems from the ground up. You'll own core infrastructure decisions, build scalable APIs, and take full responsibility for the reliability of mission-critical financial workflows.

This role requires deep expertise in Test-Driven Development, Domain-Driven Design, cloud architecture, and database design. You'll be expected to model complex financial logic with precision, build APIs that are a joy to use, and ensure every system is observable, testable, and resilient.

What You'll Do

  • Design and build scalable backend services and APIs using
  • Architect data models and implement complex financial business logic
  • Practice Test-Driven Development and maintain high test coverage
  • Apply Domain-Driven Design principles to model financial domains accurately
  • Own AWS infrastructure decisions (Lambda, RDS, Cognito) and implementation
  • Design and optimize PostgreSQL databases and data models
  • Build secure REST APIs with proper authentication and authorization
  • Take initiative on technical decisions that impact product direction
  • Collaborate directly with product and business stakeholders
  • Debug production issues, optimize performance, and ensure system reliability

What We're Looking For

  • 6+ years of hands-on backend development experience with production systems
  • Significant experience building financial applications
     (fintech, banking, payments, trading platforms, or investment systems)
  • Strong TDD practices
     - you write tests first and maintain comprehensive test coverage
  • Domain-Driven Design expertise
     - you can model complex business domains effectively
  • Cloud architecture experience
     - particularly AWS serverless and managed services
  • Database design proficiency
     - deep PostgreSQL knowledge, schema design, and optimization
  • REST API design
     - you build intuitive, well-documented, versioned APIs
  • Strong experience with production systems
  • Start-up mentality
     - comfortable with ambiguity, taking initiative, wearing multiple hats
  • High autonomy
     - you identify problems and drive solutions without detailed specifications
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Nice to Have

  • Multi-currency systems or investment platform experience
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Event-driven architectures and message queues
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements (KYC/AML) or compliance frameworks
  • Experience with financial modelling or accounting principles
  • Arabic language skills or experience with RTL/internationalization

Location & Work Style

Based in Bahrain office, but we'd consider fully remote employees outside Bahrain within 3 hours time difference. This role requires close collaboration with product and business teams.

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Python Backend Engineer

BHD40000 - BHD60000 Y Apt Resources

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Apt Resources is looking for skilled Python Backend Engineers to build scalable, secure backend services supporting government digital transformation projects.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop scalable backend services using Python or
  • Design and consume RESTful APIs, implementing microservices architecture.
  • Use Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration.
  • Follow secure coding practices and manage databases (SQL, NoSQL, vector).
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps is a plus.
Requirements
  • 6-7 years of backend development experience.
  • Strong knowledge of Python or
  • Experience with container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Database management experience.
Benefits

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Senior Backend Engineer

BHD120000 - BHD180000 Y Hire Fellows

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We are seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join an Fintech start-up in Bahrain. The company's primary objective is to make high quality local and global alternative investments, such as private equity, real estate and infrastructure, accessible to qualified investors. Through their cutting-edge mobile application, they are dedicated to providing investors with unprecedented access to global private market opportunities, managed by best-in-class managers.

In this role, you'll be spearheading the backend development and enhancing their technology platform. You'll be responsible for delivering critical backend features and infrastructure improvements. You'll work with our existing TypeScript/AWS stack to build scalable APIs and implement core business logic for financial workflows.

What you'll be doing:


• Build and enhance backend services using our stack


• Implement APIs and business logic for financial workflows and data processing


• Work with AWS Lambda functions and RDS/PostgreSQL databases


• Integrate with external services and third-party APIs


• Ensure code quality, testing, and documentation standards


• Collaborate with the team via GitHub and our development workflows


• Debug and optimize existing systems for performance and reliability

Requirements
  • 5+ years of production backend development experience
  • Strong expertise - you should be immediately productive
  • AWS Lambda experience - familiar with serverless patterns and best practices
  • PostgreSQL/RDS proficiency - can design schemas, optimize queries, and handle migrations
  • GitHub workflows - comfortable with pull requests, code reviews, and CI/CD
  • Experience with REST APIs, OpenAPI, and secure authentication (OAuth2/JWT)
  • Self-directed, can work independently and deliver results with minimal supervision
  • Fast integration, able to understand existing codebases quickly and contribute immediately
  • Strong communication skills

Nice to Have

  • Financial applications or transactional systems experience
  • AWS services beyond Lambda (API Gateway, Cognito, CloudWatch)
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
  • Experience with regulatory compliance or KYC/AML flows
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • A dynamic and inclusive work environment.
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Lead Backend Engineer

710 Jaww, Southern BHD100000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Backend Engineer to join their fully remote engineering team. This role is pivotal in architecting, developing, and maintaining the robust backend systems that power their innovative products and services. You will lead a team of talented engineers, guiding them through the entire software development lifecycle, from conception and design to deployment and ongoing optimization. Responsibilities include designing scalable and resilient microservices, developing and managing APIs, ensuring code quality through rigorous testing and code reviews, and mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of backend technologies, including (Specify languages/frameworks, e.g., Python/Django, Node.js/Express, Java/Spring Boot), database management (SQL and NoSQL), and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Proven experience in leading engineering teams, setting technical direction, and fostering a collaborative and productive remote work environment is essential. A strong grasp of software architecture patterns, performance tuning, and security best practices is required. You will be instrumental in driving technical innovation, making critical architectural decisions, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our platform. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to work from anywhere while contributing to cutting-edge technology development. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with a minimum of 7 years of professional software development experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior role, is required. Excellent communication skills, the ability to articulate complex technical concepts, and a passion for problem-solving are crucial. You will be a key player in shaping the technical roadmap and mentoring the next generation of engineers within our organization. We value individuals who are proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering high-quality software solutions. Your leadership will be vital in achieving technical excellence and driving product innovation.
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Senior Backend Engineer

501 Saar, Northern BHD7000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a rapidly growing tech company, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join their innovative development team in Saar, Northern, BH . This role will be instrumental in designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems that power our cutting-edge applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of modern backend technologies, a passion for clean code, and a proven ability to mentor junior engineers. This is a full-time, on-site position within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient backend services and APIs using (mention primary language, e.g., Python, Node.js, Java).
  • Write clean, well-documented, and maintainable code following best practices.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to define and implement new features.
  • Develop and maintain database schemas and optimize database performance.
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing and deployment.
  • Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve production issues promptly.
  • Design and implement robust security measures to protect data and systems.
  • Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection.
  • Mentor and guide junior backend engineers, fostering their growth and development.
  • Ensure the performance, scalability, and reliability of backend systems.
  • Write unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
  • Participate in agile development processes, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Document technical designs and system architecture.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend software development.
  • Strong proficiency in at least one modern backend programming language (e.g., Python, Node.js, Java, Go).
  • Extensive experience with designing and consuming RESTful APIs.
  • Deep understanding of relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Redis).
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of microservices architecture and design patterns.
  • Experience with CI/CD tools and practices.
  • Strong understanding of software development principles, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment.
  • A passion for building high-quality software and a commitment to continuous learning.
This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on challenging projects and contribute to the technological advancement of our products.
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Lead Backend Engineer

1006 Al Muharraq, Muharraq BHD120000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client, a cutting-edge technology firm renowned for its innovative software solutions, is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Backend Engineer to spearhead their development initiatives. This is a fully remote position where you will play a pivotal role in designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic and APIs that power our dynamic applications. You will be responsible for architecting scalable and robust backend systems, optimizing database performance, and ensuring the security and integrity of our data. The ideal candidate will possess a deep expertise in multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js) and a thorough understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience with microservices architecture, RESTful APIs, and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is essential. You will lead a talented team of backend developers, providing technical guidance, code reviews, and mentorship to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. This role requires strong leadership qualities, excellent problem-solving abilities, and a passion for building high-performance, scalable software. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver seamless user experiences. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for effective remote collaboration. We are looking for a strategic thinker who can drive technical decisions and contribute to the overall product roadmap. If you are passionate about backend development and eager to shape the future of technology in a remote-first environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you, supporting our core development for services targeting the Janabiyah, Northern, BH region.
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Senior Backend Engineer

44444 Riffa, Southern BHD130000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 16 days ago

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to join their innovative and fully remote engineering team. This is a pivotal role where you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems that power our client's cutting-edge applications. You will work with a talented group of engineers, contributing to all phases of the development lifecycle, from conception to deployment and maintenance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with server-side languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js), databases (SQL and NoSQL), and API design and development (RESTful, GraphQL). A deep understanding of software architecture principles, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is essential. You should be proficient in building and consuming APIs, implementing security best practices, and optimizing application performance. Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automated testing frameworks is highly desirable. Excellent problem-solving skills, a passion for writing clean, maintainable code, and a collaborative spirit are paramount. You will mentor junior engineers, contribute to technical design discussions, and help shape the future of our client's technology stack. This position is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere, offering significant flexibility and autonomy. We are looking for candidates who are self-motivated, possess strong communication skills, and are eager to contribute to a fast-paced, dynamic work environment. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, is required. If you are a seasoned backend engineer looking for an impactful role in a remote-first organization, we encourage you to apply and help us build the next generation of technology.
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Senior Backend Engineer

204 Al Musalla BHD110000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer to design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems. This role offers flexibility with a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for both remote work and in-office collaboration. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of server-side logic, database management, and API development. You will be responsible for building high-quality, maintainable code, optimizing application performance, and ensuring the security and reliability of our platform.

Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and implement efficient, reusable, and reliable code in languages such as Python, Java, Go, or Node.js.
  • Build and maintain robust APIs and microservices for various applications.
  • Manage and optimize database performance (e.g., SQL, NoSQL databases).
  • Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to define and implement new features.
  • Write unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and application stability.
  • Identify and address performance bottlenecks and bugs.
  • Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
  • Contribute to architectural discussions and decision-making.
  • Ensure the scalability, security, and maintainability of backend systems.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging backend technologies and best practices.

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in backend development.
  • Proficiency in at least one major backend programming language (e.g., Python, Java, Go, Ruby, Node.js).
  • Strong experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and/or NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra).
  • Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices.
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus.
  • Understanding of software development best practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD, and testing methodologies.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
  • Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment.

This hybrid role is based in the vicinity of Sanad, Capital, BH . We are looking for experienced engineers who are passionate about building high-performance, scalable, and secure backend solutions.
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Senior Backend Engineer

402 Al Ghurayfah BHD120000 Annually WhatJobs

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Our client is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Engineer to join their agile development team. This is a remote position where you will design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems that power our cutting-edge applications. You will be responsible for building secure APIs, managing databases, and ensuring high performance and availability of our services. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of modern programming languages, architectural patterns, and best practices in software development. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and DevOps teams to deliver exceptional user experiences. This role demands excellent problem-solving skills, a passion for clean code, and a proactive approach to technical challenges. As a senior member of the team, you will also mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Design, develop, and implement efficient, reusable, and reliable backend code.
  • Build and maintain secure and scalable APIs and microservices.
  • Manage and optimize database performance (SQL and NoSQL).
  • Integrate with third-party services and data sources.
  • Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.
  • Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate user-facing elements with server-side logic.
  • Work with DevOps teams to deploy and manage applications in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers.
  • Contribute to architectural discussions and technical decision-making.
  • Mentor junior backend engineers and share knowledge.
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in backend development.
  • Proficiency in one or more backend languages such as Python, Java, Node.js, Go, or Ruby.
  • Strong experience with RESTful API design and development.
  • Solid understanding of database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
  • Knowledge of version control systems (e.g., Git).
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and debugging skills.
  • Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
  • Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
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Lead Backend Engineer

56789 Hamad Town, Northern BHD130000 Annually WhatJobs

Posted 16 days ago

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Our client, a rapidly growing IT and Software company, is seeking an experienced and innovative Lead Backend Engineer. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, providing flexibility while fostering team collaboration. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable and robust backend systems that power our cutting-edge applications. This includes architecting microservices, managing databases, optimizing application performance, and ensuring the security and reliability of our platforms. You will lead a team of talented backend developers, providing technical guidance, mentoring, and fostering a culture of excellence. Key responsibilities involve defining technical roadmaps, setting coding standards, conducting code reviews, and implementing best practices in software development. You will collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and QA teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. A deep understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), and various database technologies (SQL and NoSQL) is essential. Proficiency in one or more backend programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js, Go) and experience with API design and development are required. You should have a strong grasp of software architecture patterns, data structures, and algorithms. Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills are crucial. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, and a minimum of 7 years of experience in backend development, with at least 2 years in a lead or architect role. Experience with Agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines is highly desirable. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the future of our technology stack and lead a talented team in a challenging and rewarding environment.
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