Backend Engineer(Strapi)

# Backend Engineer (Strapi CMS) ## Job Summary The Backend Engineer will be responsible for designing and implementing enterprise-level backend systems and content platforms using Strapi CMS. This role is crucial for building seamless integrations between front-end applications and backend services while mentoring junior developers and maintaining high performance across product delivery. ## Responsibilities - **Design and implement enterprise-level backend systems** and content platforms using Strapi CMS. - **Build and manage RESTful APIs** for seamless front-end integration. - **Oversee database design**, schema optimization, and migrations using PostgreSQL and MySQL. - **Collaborate with frontend, DevOps, and QA teams** to deliver integrated, high-performance solutions. - **Mentor and support junior developers** through code reviews, technical guidance, and pair programming. - **Evaluate and recommend tools, libraries, and frameworks** to enhance Strapi development and scalability. - **Stay updated on Strapi roadmap**, Node.js ecosystem, and headless CMS best practices to bring strategic improvements to the team. ## Qualifications - 4+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, with at least 2+ years focused on **Strapi CMS** in production environments. - Strong expertise in **JavaScript/TypeScript** and **Node.js**. - Proven experience designing and scaling **RESTful APIs**. - Deep understanding of **authentication/authorization**, security best practices, and API governance. - Excellent **leadership**, **communication**, and **collaboration skills**, with a track record of mentoring and guiding teams. ## Preferred Skills - Experience with other headless CMS platforms (**Contentful**, **Sanity**, **Prismic**) for comparison and architecture decisions. - Exposure to frontend frameworks (**React**) for end-to-end project collaboration. ## Experience 4+ years of experience as a Backend Engineer, including substantial experience with Strapi