Backend Engineer – Scalable Data Systems

About the role

IntelliSense.io is looking for a Backend Engineer to design and implement robust data solutions for its Objective AI platform. You will work with a global, distributed team to build services that power decision‑making tools for a variety of industries.

Key responsibilities

• Extract requirements, design, develop, and test backend applications.
• Liaise with QA, data scientists, and other teams to ensure optimal processes and outcomes.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and service issues.
• Identify bugs in micro‑services and propose fixes.
• Integrate equipment and process models into software components.
• Apply engineering, mathematics, and computer‑science principles to development.
• Define and implement unit tests, providing adequate test coverage.
• Write and maintain documentation for services and dependencies.

Required profile

• Proven experience in software engineering with a focus on data systems.
• Strong proficiency in Java and Node.js.
• SQL expertise and experience with both relational and NoSQL databases.
• Hands‑on experience with message queues such as NATS or Pub/Sub.
• Experience building web services using REST and SOAP.
• Working knowledge of Kubernetes and Docker.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in distributed teams.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Fluency in English and Arabic.

Required skills

• Java
• Node.js
• SQL
• Relational databases
• NoSQL databases
• Message queues (NATS, Pub/Sub)
• REST
• SOAP
• Kubernetes
• Docker

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on cutting‑edge technology and meaningful data challenges.
• Collaborative global team of engineers and domain experts.
• Continuous learning environment with growth and leadership opportunities.
• Remote work arrangement (must be based in Saudi Arabia).