Zarai Mandi is developing a smartphone marketplace to modernize agricultural commodity trading in Pakistan. The Senior Backend Developer will be responsible for leading technical operations, architecting scalable backend systems, and overseeing end-to-end project execution from planning to deployment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and maintain scalable backend systems for a mobile-first commodity trading marketplace.

• Lead the end-to-end project lifecycle: requirement scoping, resource allocation, sprint planning, and delivery tracking.

• Build and manage APIs, ensuring reliability and performance under scale.

• Oversee server deployment, cloud configurations, CI/CD pipelines, and system monitoring.

• Identify and resolve bugs and bottlenecks quickly, with a proactive QA/testing approach.

• Collaborate with frontend/mobile developers to ensure seamless integration and user experience.

• Set 30-60-90 day technical roadmaps aligned with business goals and resources.

• Foster a culture of technical creativity and experimentation to solve unique industry-specific challenges.

• Manage workflows, code reviews, and documentation processes.

• Provide technical mentorship to junior developers and coordinate cross-functional responsibilities across product and business development departments.

General Competencies (Soft Skills):

1. Project Leadership – Ability to define scope, set milestones, allocate tasks, and manage delivery timelines independently.

2. Problem Solving – A bias for action with a logical and creative approach to solving technical bottlenecks.

3. Communication – Ability to translate complex technical information into actionable points for stakeholders.

4. Accountability – Takes ownership of deliverables, quality standards, and production readiness.

5. Collaboration – Works seamlessly across product, design, and business teams in a fast-paced startup environment.

Job-Specific Competencies (Technical Skills):

1. Backend Architecture & API Development – Strong command over backend frameworks (Node.js, Django, or similar) and API design (REST/GraphQL).

2. DevOps & CI/CD – Experience with Docker, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar for continuous integration and deployment pipelines.

3. Cloud & Server Management – Hands-on with AWS/GCP/Azure, managing servers, load balancing, database provisioning, and scaling.

4. Bug Resolution & App Launching – Demonstrated experience debugging live systems, managing staging/production releases, and launching apps at scale.

5. Agile Execution & Sprint Planning – Ability to build and execute 30-60-90 day development plans with clear metrics and feedback loops.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• 4 years of professional experience.

• Experience building B2B or B2C marketplaces, especially in low-connectivity or mobile-first environments.

• Exposure to fintech, agri-tech, or supply chain/logistics platforms is a plus

Compensation and Benefits:

• Market-competitive salary package

• Employee Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) coverage

• Free health insurance card

• Fuel/travel allowance

• Leave encashment

• Complimentary lunch and tea