Backend Engineer

The opportunity

We are looking for a highly skilled Backend Engineer to join our company. In this role, you will design, create, and implement various C++ based solutions.

Overview

To be successful as a Backend developer, you should have a specialist level of understanding and skill in developing a broad range of applications and proprietary solutions. A top-notch backend developer will be comfortable working independently and be able to deliver top-quality, error-free work on time.

The Company

Presight, an ADX-listed public company limited by shares whose majority shareholder is Abu Dhabi company G42, is the region's leading big data analytics company powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI). It combines big data, analytics, and AI expertise to serve every sector, of every scale, to create business and positive societal impact. With its world-class computer vision, AI and omni-analytics platform as its engine, Presight excels at all-source data interpretation to support insight-driven decision making that shapes policy and creates safer, healthier, happier, and more sustainable societies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and maintain C++ applications that can be high-volume and low-latency.
• Interpreting briefs to create high-quality coding that functions according to specifications.
• Determining application functions and building objectives with the team.
• Ensuring that written code falls in line with the project objectives.
• Experience in handling external and embedded databases Mongo, MySQL, PostgreSQL.
• Experience in Kafka and Elastic Search.
• Skilled at creating database schemas that characterize and support business processes.
• Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests.
• In-depth knowledge of code versioning tools, for instance, Git.
• Understanding basic design principles behind a scalable application.
• Understanding of microservice design and architectural patterns.
• Implement design patterns for distributed systems.
• Knowledge of hybrid cloud environments.
• Maintenance of Docker/Container clusters.
• Familiar with complex event processing and event-driven architecture.
• Problem solving with other team members in the project.
• Identifying and resolving immediate and potential issues with applications.
• Drafting detailed reports on the work performed and projects completed.
• Participating in group meetings to discuss projects and objectives.
• Assisting other developers with troubleshooting, debugging, and coding.
• Meeting deadlines on fast-paced deliverables.

Qualifications

• Degree in computer sciences, coding, or a related field.
• At least 5 years experience in C++ based programming.
• Significant coding skills in C++, with other languages being a major plus.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Knowledge of current frameworks, SDKs, APIs, and libraries.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• A strong portfolio of top-class coding and builds to your name.
• Ability to work with other developers and assist junior team members.
• Meticulous at both analysis and execution.

This is a 12 months contract role based in Abu Dhabi.

What we look for:
If you are a performance-driven, inquisitive mind with the agility to adapt to ambiguity, you will fit right in. You should be eager to explore opportunities to build meaningful collaborations with stakeholders and aspire to create unique customer-centric solutions. Bias for action and a passion to conquer new frontiers in the Big Data Analytics space is at the heart of the Presight community.

What working at Presight offers:

Culture: An open, diverse and inclusive environment with a global vision that encourages personal growth and focuses on ground-breaking, industry-first innovations.

Career: Outstanding learning, development & growth opportunities via structured training programs and innovative, high-tech projects.

Rewards: A competitive remuneration package with a host of perks including healthcare, education support, leave benefits and more.