Junior Backend Developer

Lagos Full-time Undisclosed
Job Description
We are recruiting for one of our clients for the position of Junior Backend Developer.

Location: Lagos, Nigeria

Employment Type: Full-Time

Salary: ₦200,000 Monthly

Job Summary The Junior Backend Developer will be responsible for building and maintaining server-side applications, APIs, and database systems. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in backend development, a willingness to learn, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and maintain APIs and server-side logic.

• Implement business logic and handle data processing tasks.

• Work with databases, including CRUD operations, queries, and basic optimization.

• Integrate third-party services such as payment gateways and messaging platforms.

• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve backend-related issues.

• Collaborate with frontend developers to ensure seamless API integration.

• Write unit tests and follow secure coding practices.

Requirements

• Proficiency in at least one backend language/framework (preferably Python/Django).

• Basic understanding of RESTful APIs and authentication methods (JWT, sessions).

• Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.

• Knowledge of Git and basic software architecture principles.

• Understanding of asynchronous processing (e.g., queues, background jobs) is an advantage.

• 1–2 years of relevant work experience.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Interested candidate should send their send cv to hr@talentpeo.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: ₦150,000.00 - ₦200,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person
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Job Snapshot
  • Posted: Jun 06, 2026
  • Job Type: Full-time
  • Location: Lagos
  • Source: External