75 Back End jobs in Nigeria

Viewlocked is an AI-powered global travel-tech platform unifying adventure, travel, and rentals into one seamless experience. We're in the final development sprint and assembling an onsite team in Abuja to complete the backend and prepare the system for global scale.

We're looking for a Backend Developer with strong expertise in , , and MongoDB, plus experience in AI/ML integrations, to join our sprint team.

Responsibilities

Complete and optimize the backend system for a global-scale AI platform

Finalize API integrations (travel, booking, and payment systems)

Integrate AI-driven recommendation and personalization features

Ensure backend scalability, security, and data efficiency

Collaborate onsite with frontend developers and the product team in Abuja.

Requirements

Strong proficiency in , , and MongoDB

Experience building and scaling APIs and microservices

Understanding of AI/ML integration in web apps (recommendation engines, personalization, or similar)

Familiarity with RESTful APIs, GraphQL, or

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) for deployment

Strong grasp of authentication/security protocols (JWT, OAuth2)

Ability to optimize backend performance for large datasets and global traffic

Must be available onsite in Abuja (accommodation provided)

What We Offer

Fully provided accommodation in Abuja (intensive sprint / work-live setup)

Competitive short-term contract compensation

Opportunity for equity in Viewlocked for long-term collaboration

Be part of building a global AI-powered product at a critical stage.

Job Title:
Senior Backend Web Developer (API & Database Specialist)

Location:
Remote

About Us:

RideX is building the next-generation mobility ecosystem in Nigeria. We are creating innovative solutions to redefine how people move by leveraging technology, design, and secure systems.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Senior Backend Web Developer to design, build, and maintain the backend systems powering our Flutter and React Native mobile applications. This role is central to creating secure, scalable, and high-performance APIs, managing databases, and collaborating closely with UI/UX designers and mobile developers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful and GraphQL APIs to support Flutter and React Native apps.
• Architect and manage relational (PostgreSQL/MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB/Redis) databases.
• Implement security best practices (authentication, authorization, data encryption, and API security).
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers and frontend developers to ensure seamless integration and user experience.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following industry best practices.
• Contribute to DevOps processes, including CI/CD, Dockerization, and deployment on cloud platforms.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade backend systems.
• Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and propose improvements.
• Proven experience working within Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years in a senior/lead role.
• Strong proficiency in ) or Python (Django/FastAPI).
• Solid understanding of API design, database architecture, and cloud infrastructure.
• Experience with relational databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, Redis).
• Proficiency in API documentation tools (Swagger/OpenAPI).
• Experience with authentication/authorization protocols (OAuth2, JWT, Firebase Auth).
• Strong knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in mobility, rideshare, or fintech platforms.
• Knowledge of real-time systems (WebSockets, push notifications).
• Familiarity with Azure or AWS services.
• Experience with crypto or blockchain integration (payments, wallets, or smart contracts).

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to shape the future of mobility in Africa.
• Dynamic and collaborative startup environment.
• Career growth and leadership opportunities.

About us

Kole is a construction software as a service startup that enables the management of construction projects from top to bottom. We provide software to enhance transparency within construction projects of different sizes. We are looking for experienced backend engineers to join a development team focused on creating the future of construction management.

Responsibilities

As a Backend Developer at Kole, you will:

• Provide production support, investigating issues, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions.
• Design, prototype, and build scalable, fault-tolerant backend systems that power both web and mobile platforms.
• Develop and optimize data pipelines for merging, enriching, querying, and visualizing data from multiple sources.
• Design, document, and deliver RESTful APIs and integrations (Inbound & Outbound).
• Collaborate with product managers, front-end/mobile engineers, and other stakeholders to deliver new features.
• Write clean, well-documented, and tested code following modern best practices.
• Troubleshoot bottlenecks and implement performance optimizations.
• Participate in Agile development, including story estimation, code reviews, and test-driven development.
• Stay current with emerging backend and cloud technologies, evaluating tools that can improve efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of backend development experience with strong proficiency in Python and Django.
• Proven experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs, SSO, and PostgreSQL databases.
• Experience with GitLab pipelines and CI/CD best practices.
• Hands-on knowledge of Docker and container-based deployment.
• Strong understanding of database performance, schema design, and optimization.
• Experience with Agile teams and test-driven development.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently while keeping stakeholders informed of progress, blockers, and timelines.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package (₦350,000 - ₦400,000 per month).
• Healthcare plan.
• Fully remote working.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Kole offers you the chance to play a significant role in developing influential products from scratch alongside an exceedingly talented team.

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Lagos Full Time

Retail, Fashion & FMCG Confidential

• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 5 years

Job Title: Backend Developer

Industry: HRTech

Location: Lagos, Nigeria.

Salary: N1M

Job Overview

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining scalable backend services that drive our core applications. You will work closely with our product and frontend teams to build high-performance, reliable, and maintainable systems. The ideal candidate is experienced in backend development, proficient with the NestJS framework, and has hands-on experience with GraphQL, Redis, PostgreSQL, and BullMQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and optimize backend services using NestJS.

• Design and implement REST and GraphQL APIs for internal and external use.

• Integrate and manage PostgreSQL databases, including data modeling and query optimization.

• Work with Redis for caching, session management, and real-time data processing.

• Build and manage asynchronous job queues using BullMQ.

• Collaborate with frontend and product teams to define API requirements.

• Ensure the security, performance, and scalability of backend services.

• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.

• Participate in designing, building, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.

• Implement testing strategies to ensure code quality and reliability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in backend development.

• Strong proficiency in NestJS and TypeScript.

• Solid understanding of PostgreSQL with experience in writing optimized SQL queries.

• Experience with Redis for caching and message brokering.

• Proficiency in GraphQL for API development and understanding of resolvers, schemas, and queries.

• Experience with BullMQ for job queue management and background processing.

• Familiarity with RESTful API design principles.

• Strong understanding of software development principles, including SOLID, DRY, and design patterns.

• Experience with Docker for containerized applications.

• Good knowledge of authentication/authorization methods (e.g., OAuth, JWT).

• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.

Nice to Have

• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure.

• Knowledge of microservices architecture.

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools like Prometheus, Grafana, or ELK stack.

• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Qualified and interested candidates can send their CVs to

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About AlabasterApp Ltd.

At AlabasterApp Ltd., we are on a mission to revolutionize the e-commerce space by providing a secure, user-friendly marketplace for small businesses and customers. We leverage cutting-edge technology to create an environment built on trust, transparency, and security. As we continue to grow, we're looking for a talented and motivated Backend Developer to join our dynamic team.

Role Overview

As a Backend Developer at AlabasterApp Ltd., you will join other backend developers in building and maintaining scalable, efficient, and high-performance backend systems that support our platform. You will work closely with front-end developers, including app developers, product managers, and other team members, to create seamless user experiences while ensuring security, performance, and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with front-end developers to ensure smooth integration between front-end and backend systems.
• Work with AWS to deploy and manage applications and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve bugs/issues to ensure high system availability and performance.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code while adhering to best practices in software development.
• Continuously improve backend systems through optimisation and monitoring.

Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency in JavaScript, React, and PHP ).
• Experience with React
• General understanding of mobile development using Flutter.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly
• Solid experience with databases, including MSSQL, MySQL, Oracle, and PostgreSQL.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.
• Ability to take initiative in problem-solving.
• Ability to work in a team and contribute significantly to its success
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• BSc/diploma in computer science or related courses.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a rapidly growing company with a forward-thinking, innovative team.
• Work in a collaborative and dynamic environment where your input makes a difference.
• Competitive compensation and opportunities for growth.
• Flexible work schedule and remote work options.

About Apexloaded

Apexloaded is a technology driven company focused on building cutting-edge digital solutions for elite real estate brands to innovate, streamline operations and become market leaders. We are committed to creating products that bridge convenience, accessibility and performance for users across Africa and beyond.

Role Description

We're looking for a Backend Developer with strong experience in JavaScript, NestJS Framework, Typescript and solid understanding of AI workflow implementation. You'll be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable backend systems, integrating AI-driven logic and leading backend architecture decisions that power next-generation applications.

This role requires someone with a strong technical expertise, problem-solving ability and a passion for clean, efficient code. Someone who can take ownership, think strategically and lead with clarity and confidence. You'll collaborate closely with front-end developers and work closely with founder to design efficient APIs and ensure smooth data flows across our systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain secure, scalable and high-performance backend services.
• Build and manage
  RESTful
  or
  GraphQL
  APIs for both internal and external integrations.
• Implement and manage AI workflows, integrating machine learning or AI-based APIs into backend systems
• Architect APIs and database structures to support new and existing product features.
• Integrate with third-party APIs and external services. (Code) = AP643
• Design and manage databases, ensuring optimal query performance and data security.
• Collaborate closely with frontend and mobile teams to deliver seamless user experiences
• Lead backend discussions, mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews
• Contribute to product planning and provide technical input for business decisions.

Key Requirements

• Proven experience with
  Express/NestJS
  ,
  
  and
  Typescript
• Experience designing and integrating
  AI workflows
  (e.g. OpenAI API, LangChain, HuggingFace, custom model pipelines, etc)
  .
• Strong understanding of
  RESTful APIs
  ,
  GraphQL
  , and microservice architecture
• Experience with
  SQL/NoSQL
  databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB or MySQL)
• Understanding of cloud deployment (AWS, GCP or DigitalOcean)
• Proficient in version control (Git/GitHub)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Experience with Docker, CI/CD pipelines or containerized deployment is a plus
• Knowledge of blockchain or cryptocurrency APIs is an added advantage.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with
  AI agents
  , workflow orchestration tools or prompt engineering
• Familiarity with Docker,
  CI/CD pipelines
  and scalable deployment architectures
• Passion for building tech that integrates AI into real world user experiences
• Entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable working in a fast-paced, innovative environment

Why Join Apexloaded

• Work with a passionate, forward thinking team building high-impact products
• Opportunity to lead backend architecture for real products used by thousands
• Room for growth and innovation; your ideas matter here
• Competitive equity and compensation packages for early team members

How to Apply

Send your CV, portfolio, Github repositories to

with the subject line "Backend Developer Application - (Your Name) (Code)"

We are looking for an experienced
Software Developer
with a strong background in
PHP
to join our dynamic team.

The ideal candidate will be proficient in
Workerman/Laravel/Phalcon or huge experience frameworks
and have a passion for building high-performance, scalable applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain robust, efficient, and secure applications using
  PHP and PostGreSQL
  .
• Work extensively with
  PHP
  frameworks to optimize application performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
• Debug, troubleshoot, and enhance existing applications to ensure stability and efficiency.
• Implement best practices for
  code optimization, security, and scalability
  .
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers when necessary.
• Stay up to date with industry trends and emerging technologies in C and PHP development.

Requirements

5+ years
of experience in software development.

Proficiency in
PHP
programming languages.

Solid understanding of
object-oriented programming (OOP).l

Experience with
database management
(PostgreSQL).

Knowledge of
API development and integrations.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an agile environment.

Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Nice to Have

• Experience with
  Linux-based environments
  .
• Knowledge of
  Docker, cloud services
  .
• Familiarity with
  unit testing and CI/CD pipelines
  .

Why Join Us?

Competitive salary

Work with cutting-edge technologies.

A collaborative and innovative work environment.

Career growth and professional development opportunities.

If you're a passionate software developer looking to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you
Apply now
or reach out for more details.

We're looking for a
Backend Engineer
who thrives on solving complex challenges and designing scalable systems. You'll work with our product and frontend teams to build robust APIs, optimize data flows, and integrate with AWS services.

What You'll Do

• Design and implement secure, scalable backend systems.
• Build and maintain RESTful/GraphQL APIs.
• Work with AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, RDS, S3, Cognito).
• Optimize databases (Postgres/MySQL) for performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers to deliver seamless user experiences.
• Contribute to architecture discussions and technical documentation.

What We're Looking For

• 2–4+ years backend development experience , Python, or Go).
• Solid knowledge of databases (Postgres, MySQL, MongoDB).
• Hands-on experience with AWS or other cloud providers.
• Understanding of microservices and serverless architecture.
• Strong debugging, testing, and performance optimization skills.
• Bonus: Experience in fintech, supply chain, or startup environments.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a
  fast-growing venture-backed startup ecosystem
  .
• Opportunity to
  shape Africa's digital supply chain future
  .
• Competitive salary +
  equity options
  .
• Work with an
  international team of builders, innovators, and creators
  .
• Interested? Send your CV/portfolio to jobs
  

Company Description

Irix Inc. is a forward-thinking fashion and brand development company specializing in premium clothing and support for emerging fashion entrepreneurs. Our flagship brand, Irix, delivers high-end luxury fashion known for quality, elegance, and versatility. We combine fashion, technology, and visual storytelling to help brands launch confidently and succeed in the digital-first fashion space. From creative direction to marketing strategy, we offer comprehensive services to empower and scale startup clothing brands.

Role Description

This is a contract remote role for a Back End Developer. The Back End Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining server-side web applications and software, implementing object-oriented programming solutions, and collaborating with front-end developers to ensure seamless integration and functionality. Daily tasks include writing clean, maintainable code, troubleshooting and debugging applications, and optimizing performance.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Back-End Web Development and Software Development
• Experience with Object-Oriented Programming (OOP)
• Basic understanding of Front-End Development
• Strong Programming skills
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Familiarity with e-commerce platforms is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field