Senior Backend Software Engineer
Codeplay Agency Limited
Riverside Drive, Lavington
Contract
ICT, Technology, Software Development, Software Engineering, Information Systems, 3D Rendering Software, Information Technology
ICT, Technology, Software Development, Software Engineering, Information Systems, 3D Rendering Software, Information Technology
Published February 10, 2026
Apply by February 14, 2026
Salary:
KES 400,000 - 500,000
per monthly
Job Description
Design and develop scalable Node.js/TypeScript backend services, manage PostgreSQL databases, build RESTful APIs, and lead full lifecycle of micro‑service systems for a fast‑growing tech company.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high‑performance backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript within a micro‑services architecture.
- Design, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases to ensure reliability and performance.
- Build and maintain RESTful APIs and real‑time services (e.g., WebSockets) that are secure, reliable, and well‑documented.
- Own backend features and services throughout their lifecycle: technical design, implementation, deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
- Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to technical roadmaps and decisions shaping backend evolution.
Requirements
- Minimum 4 years of demonstrable backend software development experience.
- Strong expertise in Node.js and TypeScript for backend development.
- In‑depth knowledge of PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning.
- Proven experience designing and building systems using micro‑services architecture.
- Solid understanding of backend design patterns, system design, and clean‑code standards.
- Ability to deliver high‑quality, scalable, distributed backend systems in production.
- Proactive, ownership‑driven problem‑solving mindset.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
- Experience in a fast‑growing startup environment is a strong advantage.
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Job Summary
| Company: | Codeplay Agency Limited |
| Location: | Riverside Drive, Lavington |
| Type: | Contract |
| Industry: | ICT, Technology, Software Development, Software Engineering, Information Systems, 3D Rendering Software, Information Technology |
| Posted: | 02/10/2026 |
| Deadline: | 02/14/2026 |