Backend Engineer

USA
2.Product and Engineering Team /
Full-time /
Remote
About us:
DoraHacks is a global hackathon organizer and one of the world's most active developer incentive platforms. It creates a global hacker movement in blockchain, quantum computing and space tech, and provides a wide range of toolkits to help developers around the world team up and fund their ideas and BUIDLs via hackathons, bounties, grants, idea networks, developer games and more.

About you:
You are a self-starter, a fast-learner, and are fluent in Mandarin.

Responsibilities

    • Develop, test, and maintain backend APIs.
    • Design and optimize database structures, and efficiently store and manage data using MySQL and MongoDB.
    • Ensure data collection and processing comply with security standards, maintaining data integrity and privacy.
    • Research and apply blockchain technology to optimize data flow and transaction processes.
    • Participate in system architecture design to improve system performance and scalability.
    • Collaborate with the frontend development team to ensure seamless integration and efficient operation of APIs.
    • Write clear and detailed technical documentation.

Requirements

    • Fluent in Mandarin for verbal communication (writing skills not required)
    • Bachelor's degree or above in Computer Science or a related field.
    • Proficiency in Golang, C++, or Python programming languages.
    • At least 3 years of backend development experience.
    • Familiarity with MySQL and MongoDB databases, with practical project experience.
    • Deep understanding of data collection, security, and processing, with the ability to apply this knowledge in actual development.
    • Basic knowledge of blockchain technology; candidates with relevant project experience are preferred.
    • Familiarity with RESTful API design and implementation; knowledge of GraphQL is a plus.
    • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work well in a team.
    • Strong learning ability and proactiveness, able to keep up with the latest technological developments.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience in smart contract development.
    • Experience in developing and optimizing high-concurrency servers.
    • Experience in frontend development or a certain understanding of frontend technologies.
    • AI experience is a plus: Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and tools to enhance product functionality and improve development processes.