252 Backend Staff jobs in Saudi Arabia

About Us

At VisionX, we are reshaping the convergence of AI and computer vision. Since our inception in 2017, we have enabled B2B enterprises to improve process efficiencies, drive revenue growth, and create a competitive advantage. We accomplish this by crafting outstanding bespoke product experiences for our clients, their customers, and the field workforce through advanced AI and emerging technologies.

Fast Company recognized us as one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Companies of 2020, alongside Microsoft and Snap Inc. We are trendsetters who innovate, build, and scale as your partner, providing technology that works with speed and agility, all while ensuring a competitive edge in affordability.

In addition to our AI solutions, VisionX serves as a GCC systems integrator for the most advanced AI-powered enterprise logistics platform tailored for warehouses, retail stores, and final-mile buildings.

We are looking for an experienced Java Developer with strong expertise in backend development. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Java applications.
• Collaborate with product managers, architects, and QA teams to ensure smooth delivery of features.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code following industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Ensure application performance, security, and scalability.

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 7 - 10 years of hands-on experience in Java development.
• Solid understanding of OOP, design patterns, and data structures.
• Experience with RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and Spring/Spring Boot framework.
• Knowledge of databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or similar).
• Familiarity with containerization and cloud platforms (Docker, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js).
• Knowledge of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

Our global network of industry experts and mentors helps shape your growth and future. We believe in delivering client value through our work. We build products that are not good or great, but outstanding.

You deliver! We will make your stay and journey with us worthwhile.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other legally protected status.

We are a trusted recruitment partner for organizations across the Middle East. Established in 2016, we specialize in delivering unparalleled talent solutions by leveraging our strategic market presence and understanding of evolving industry dynamics.

Our customer is seeking a Backend Developer to contribute to success in the Technical domain.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• 3–7 years of relevant experience
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with industry-standard tools/software
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of compliance and governance standards
• Experience in the related industry
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional teams
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus
• Proven track record of delivering results
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments

Alaan is the Middle East’s first AI-powered spend management platform, built to help businesses save time and money.
Our all-in-one solution combines smart corporate cards, real-time expense tracking, AI-powered automation, seamless accounting integrations, and deep financial insights- designed to simplify finance operations and maximize control over company spend.

Founded in 2022, Alaan is already the trusted partner of over 1,300 leading businesses across the UAE, including G42, Careem, McDonald’s, Tabby, Al Barari, Rove Hotels, Rivoli, and CarSwitch. Together, our customers have saved over AED 100 million with Alaan.

In just three years, Alaan has become the #1 expense management platform in the Middle East- and we’ve done it while becoming profitable.

Backed by Y Combinator and top global investors- including founders and executives of leading startups- Alaan is built by a world-class team from McKinsey, BCG, Goldman Sachs, Barclays, Zomato, Careem, Rippling, and other high-growth companies.

We’re not just building software. We’re reimagining how finance works for modern businesses across the region.

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business.

• Develop and maintain backend systems and services to ensure optimal performance and scalability
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our fintech platform
• Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features
• Write clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices
• Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed
• Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members
• Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise

• 1.5 to 3 years of experience in backend development
• Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python
• Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling
• Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Proficiency with version control systems like Git
• Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability
• Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached
• Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with microservices architecture
• Familiarity with fintech or payment systems
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools

• Contribute to building the Middle East’s most beloved fintech brand from the ground up
• Benefit from a role with significant ownership and accountability
• Thrive in a flexible hybrid culture with ample work-life balance

We are looking for a skilled Backend Developer to join our dynamic team at Master-Works. As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining server-side applications, ensuring high performance and responsiveness to requests from the front-end. You will collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic.

Location: Hyderabad (5 Days work from office)
Working Days: Sunday to Thursday
Timings: 10 AM to 6 PM

• Develop high-quality, reusable, and maintainable back-end components for web applications.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs to support front-end functionalities.
• Collaborate with front-end developers to integrate user-facing elements using server-side logic.
• Optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
• Implement security and data protection measures.
• Monitor and improve server-side performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across the application stack.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in back-end development.
• Proficiency in one or more back-end programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, Node.js).
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with RESTful API development and integration.
• Understanding of security best practices when dealing with back-end technologies.
• Knowledge of version control systems, preferably Git.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

We are looking for an experienced Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Java (11+), Quarkus or Spring Boot, and microservices architecture. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems deployed on OpenShift (OCP) and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

This role requires hands-on experience with containerization (Docker), orchestration (Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab), along with a deep understanding of RESTful APIs and modern backend engineering practices.

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable microservices using Quarkus or Spring Boot.
• Develop and integrate RESTful APIs with internal and external systems.
• Deploy, monitor, and manage services in OpenShift (OCP) and GCP environments.
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab for automated build, test, and deployment processes.
• Containerize applications using Docker and manage deployments through Kubernetes.
• Ensure high availability, reliability, performance, and security of backend services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for solution design, architecture reviews, and performance tuning.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and best practice implementations.

• 5+ years of experience in backend development with Java 11+.
• Strong knowledge of Spring Boot and/or Quarkus frameworks.
• Proven experience in designing and building RESTful APIs.
• Hands-on experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift (OCP).
• Familiarity with GCP services for application deployment and scaling.
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD pipelines for automated delivery.
• Strong understanding of SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Good understanding of software security, authentication, and API gateway patterns.

• Experience with Kafka or RabbitMQ for messaging and event-driven systems.
• Familiarity with Keycloak, OAuth2, or other authentication/authorization mechanisms.
• Knowledge of monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Grafana, Prometheus, ELK Stack).
• Exposure to GraalVM or Quarkus native builds for performance optimization.
• Experience with Agile/Scrum development methodologies.

Backend Developer

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: Mid-level (2+ years)

We're looking for a talented Backend Developer to join our growing engineering team and help us build scalable, robust solutions that power our platform.

The Role

We're seeking a motivated Backend Developer with 2+ years of experience specializing in to design, develop, and maintain server-side applications and APIs. You'll work closely with our React frontend developers, product managers, and DevOps team to deliver high-quality features that serve thousands of users in a modern JavaScript-based stack.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs using and
• Build and optimize microservices architecture
• Integrate backend services with React-based frontend applications
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented JavaScript/TypeScript code
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and security
• Work with WebSockets and real-time data communication
• Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
• Debug and troubleshoot issues across the development and production environments
• Design and optimize database schemas (MongoDB, PostgreSQL)
• Implement automated testing with Jest, Mocha, or similar frameworks
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and deployment processes
• Stay updated with the latest and JavaScript ecosystem trends

What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience in backend development with
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and TypeScript
• Hands-on experience with or similar frameworks (NestJS, Fastify, Koa)
• Experience working with React applications and understanding of frontend-backend integration
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices
• Experience with MongoDB and/or PostgreSQL
• Proficiency with npm/yarn and package management
• Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
• Understanding of authentication and authorization (JWT, OAuth, )
• Knowledge of asynchronous programming (Promises, async/await)
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with and server-side rendering (SSR)
• Knowledge of GraphQL and Apollo Server
• Experience with microservices architecture and API gateways
• Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Experience with message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka, Bull)
• Knowledge of Redis for caching and session management
• Understanding of WebSocket implementation )
• Experience with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, Chai, Supertest)
• Familiarity with TypeORM, Prisma, or Mongoose
• Experience with serverless architecture (AWS Lambda, Firebase Functions)
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (or equivalent experience)

Technical Skills

• Languages: JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript,
• Frameworks: , NestJS, or Fastify
• Frontend: React (for integration understanding)
• Databases: MongoDB, PostgreSQL, Redis
• ORMs: Mongoose, TypeORM, Prisma, Sequelize
• Testing: Jest, Mocha, Chai, Supertest
• Tools: Git, Docker, Postman, npm/yarn
• Cloud: AWS (EC2, S3, Lambda), Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Real-time: , WebSockets
• Other: Nginx, PM2, Linux, CI/CD (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

We're looking for a talented Backend Developer to build secure, scalable APIs that power our platform.

What You'll Do

• Build and maintain REST APIs using TypeScript + Express

• ⁠Design and optimize databases with Prisma + MySQL

• ⁠mplement authentication and role-based access control (RBAC)

• sure strong error handling, validation, and performance

• llaborate with frontend and product teams

What We're Looking For

• Solid experience with TypeScript, (Express)

• Strong knowledge of MySQL and Prisma ORM

• Experience with JWT, sessions, and RBAC

• Good understanding of API best practices and Git workflows

Nice to Have

• Docker, CI/CD, or OAuth experience

If you love writing clean, scalable code and solving backend challenges — we'd love to hear from you

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in backend development using Python, Django, or FastAPI.
• Strong knowledge of PostgreSQL / MySQL database design and query optimization.
• Solid understanding of microservices, containerization (Docker / Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with Redis, Celery, and RabbitMQ for background processing.
• Familiarity with AI integration (OpenAI API, Hugging Face, LangChain).
• Hands-on experience with RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation)
• systems or vector databases (pgvector, Qdrant).
• Experience working with cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure).