Senior Backend Software Engineer job at CodePlay Agency
5 Days Ago
Linkedid Twitter Share on facebook
Senior Backend Software Engineer
2026-02-11T14:21:53+00:00
CodePlay Agency
https://cdn.greatkenyanjobs.com/jsjobsdata/data/default_logo_company/defaultlogo.png
FULL_TIME
Riverside Drive, Lavington
Riverside Drive, Lavington
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Computer & IT, Science & Engineering
KES
400000
MONTH
2026-02-14T17:00:00+00:00
8

Codeplay Agency Limited is a leading tech company at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions across diverse sectors. We foster a collaborative culture that empowers our team members to excel, grow, and make impactful contributions. We invite talented individuals to join the team and innovate with us!

Description

Architecture & Development: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high- performance backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript within a microservices-based architecture.

Database Optimization: Design, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases to ensure reliability and performance.

API Development: Build and maintain RESTful APIs and real-time services (e.g., WebSockets) that are secure, reliable, and well-documented.

Feature Ownership: Manage backend features and services through their entire lifecycle, from technical design and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Collaborative Contribution: Engage in architectural discussions and contribute to technical roadmaps and decisions that shape the evolution of backend systems.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.

More Details on Experience

Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript: Strong technical skills in backend development frameworks.

Database Mastery: In-depth knowledge of PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning.

Software Engineering Principles: Solid understanding of backend design patterns, system design, and clean code standards.

Microservices Architecture Experience: Proven experience in designing and building systems using microservices architecture.

Professional Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of demonstrable experience in backend software development.

More Details on Skills

High-Quality Delivery: Proven ability to deliver high-quality, scalable, and distributed backend systems in production environments.

Microservices Experience: Extensive experience working with microservices, distributed systems, and service-to-service communication.

Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive, ownership-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Startup Environment Advantage: Experience in a fast-growing startup environment is a strong advantage.

Terms And Conditions

Make Your Mark at Codeplay!

Join us on our innovative journey and contribute to shaping the future of technology!

The recruitment will focus more on the expertise/qualifications - coding languages especially, as well as the job experience.

  • Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high- performance backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript within a microservices-based architecture.
  • Design, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases to ensure reliability and performance.
  • Build and maintain RESTful APIs and real-time services (e.g., WebSockets) that are secure, reliable, and well-documented.
  • Manage backend features and services through their entire lifecycle, from technical design and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
  • Engage in architectural discussions and contribute to technical roadmaps and decisions that shape the evolution of backend systems.
  • Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript
  • In-depth knowledge of PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning.
  • Solid understanding of backend design patterns, system design, and clean code standards.
  • Proven experience in designing and building systems using microservices architecture.
  • High-Quality Delivery: Proven ability to deliver high-quality, scalable, and distributed backend systems in production environments.
  • Extensive experience working with microservices, distributed systems, and service-to-service communication.
  • A proactive, ownership-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills.
  • Experience in a fast-growing startup environment is a strong advantage.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.
bachelor degree
48
JOB-698c90817a987

Vacancy title:
Senior Backend Software Engineer

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services, Category: Computer & IT, Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
CodePlay Agency

Deadline of this Job:
Saturday, February 14 2026

Duty Station:
Riverside Drive, Lavington | Riverside Drive, Lavington | Nairobi

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 11 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

Similar Jobs in Kenya
Learn more about CodePlay Agency
CodePlay Agency jobs in Kenya

JOB DETAILS:

Codeplay Agency Limited is a leading tech company at the forefront of delivering innovative solutions across diverse sectors. We foster a collaborative culture that empowers our team members to excel, grow, and make impactful contributions. We invite talented individuals to join the team and innovate with us!

Description

Architecture & Development: Architect, develop, and maintain scalable, high- performance backend systems using Node.js and TypeScript within a microservices-based architecture.

Database Optimization: Design, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases to ensure reliability and performance.

API Development: Build and maintain RESTful APIs and real-time services (e.g., WebSockets) that are secure, reliable, and well-documented.

Feature Ownership: Manage backend features and services through their entire lifecycle, from technical design and implementation to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement.

Collaborative Contribution: Engage in architectural discussions and contribute to technical roadmaps and decisions that shape the evolution of backend systems.

Education

A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field.

More Details on Experience

Expertise in Node.js and TypeScript: Strong technical skills in backend development frameworks.

Database Mastery: In-depth knowledge of PostgreSQL, including schema design, query optimization, indexing, and performance tuning.

Software Engineering Principles: Solid understanding of backend design patterns, system design, and clean code standards.

Microservices Architecture Experience: Proven experience in designing and building systems using microservices architecture.

Professional Experience: Minimum of four (4) years of demonstrable experience in backend software development.

More Details on Skills

High-Quality Delivery: Proven ability to deliver high-quality, scalable, and distributed backend systems in production environments.

Microservices Experience: Extensive experience working with microservices, distributed systems, and service-to-service communication.

Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive, ownership-driven approach with strong problem-solving skills.

Startup Environment Advantage: Experience in a fast-growing startup environment is a strong advantage.

Terms And Conditions

Make Your Mark at Codeplay!

Join us on our innovative journey and contribute to shaping the future of technology!

The recruitment will focus more on the expertise/qualifications - coding languages especially, as well as the job experience.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 48

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

The recruitment will focus more on the expertise/qualifications - coding languages especially, as well as the job experience.

All Jobs | QUICK ALERT SUBSCRIPTION

Job Info
Job Category: Computer/ IT jobs in Kenya
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Saturday, February 14 2026
Duty Station: Riverside Drive, Lavington | Riverside Drive, Lavington | Nairobi
Posted: 11-02-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 11-02-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
Apply Now
Notification Board

Join a Focused Community on job search to uncover both advertised and non-advertised jobs that you may not be aware of. A jobs WhatsApp Group Community can ensure that you know the opportunities happening around you and a jobs Facebook Group Community provides an opportunity to discuss with employers who need to fill urgent position. Click the links to join. You can view previously sent Email Alerts here incase you missed them and Subscribe so that you never miss out.

Caution: Never Pay Money in a Recruitment Process.

Some smart scams can trick you into paying for Psychometric Tests.