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Backend Developer (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract) job at Britam | Apply Now
Nairobi, Kenya
Britam is a leading diversified financial services group operating in Eastern and Southern Africa, committed to providing innovative insurance, asset management, and financial solutions that secure the future of individuals and businesses. With a strong reputation for excellence and reliability, Britam has earned recognition as a trusted brand in financial services, offering customer-centric products tailored to meet evolving market needs.
The company fosters a dynamic and inclusive work culture that values professional growth, innovation, and collaboration, providing employees with rewarding career opportunities, flexible work arrangements, and continuous learning programs. Established in 1965, Britam has evolved into a regional powerhouse, leveraging technology and data-driven strategies to enhance customer experiences through digital transformation and customized financial solutions.
The company operates in seven African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, Mozambique, and Malawi, serving millions of customers through a robust distribution network. Guided by core values of integrity, customer focus, innovation, and teamwork, Britam is committed to corporate social responsibility through initiatives in education, health, and environmental sustainability, empowering communities and fostering economic growth. For more information, visit their official website at www.britam.com.
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Deadline:
24 Sept 2025
Job Title
Backend Developer (1 Year Fixed-Term Contract) job at Britam
Britam
Job Description
The Backend Developer will be responsible for designing and maintaining GraphQL APIs and services that integrate with multiple data sources, including relational and NoSQL databases. The role involves optimizing API performance, ensuring secure authentication and authorization, and collaborating with frontend teams to deliver user-focused solutions. The developer will write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code, participate in code reviews, and support architecture planning. Additional responsibilities include monitoring and debugging backend services, maintaining CI/CD pipelines, and staying updated with the latest GraphQL ecosystem trends and tools.
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How to Apply
Design, develop, and maintain GraphQL APIs and resolvers.
Optimize API performance with caching, batching, and query efficiency.
Integrate APIs with relational/NoSQL databases, REST APIs, and external services.
Collaborate with frontend developers and product managers to meet business needs.
Implement backend security measures (authentication, authorization, rate-limiting, validation).
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.
Participate in technical discussions, code reviews, and architecture planning.
Monitor, debug, and improve backend service reliability.
Stay updated on GraphQL and backend development best practices.
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
Proven experience as a backend developer with GraphQL in production environments.
Proficiency in Node.js, TypeScript, or similar backend languages.
Strong database knowledge (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.).
Experience with authentication/authorization (OAuth, JWT).
Familiarity with frameworks such as Apollo Server, Express.js, or NestJS.
Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
