Backend Engineer

Join IntelliSense.io and help build the future of Scientific IntelligenceAre you passionate about building scalable data systems and solving complex technical challenges? We're looking for a Backend Engineer to join our dynamic, global team. At IntelliSense.io, we're pioneering Objective AI (ODAI), combining fundamental physics with AI to understand and characterise the physical world. Our platform delivers high-value decision recommendations, acting as role-specific co-pilots that augment human intelligence or enable autonomous systems. In short, we're building the brains behind smarter, more efficient operations.What you'll be working onAs a Backend Engineer, you'll design and implement robust data solutions that meet both internal and client needs. You'll also play a key role in shaping how we build software, setting standards, and helping teams deliver high-quality work.Key responsibilities include:Extracting requirements, designing, developing, and testing software applicationsLiaising with different teams, including QA team and data scientists to ensure the best processes are used to create the best outcome of a productTroubleshooting and resolving issues related to applications and servicesIdentifying bugs in the microservices and proposing solutions to fix themCollaborating with the data science team to integrate equipment/process models into software components and servicesApplying principles, best practices, and techniques of engineering, mathematics, and computer science to software developmentDefining and implementing Unit Test codes, and providing test coverage for the developed software components or servicesWriting and maintaining documentation for all services and their dependenciesWhat we're looking forExperience in software engineering, with a strong focus on data systemsProficiency in Java and Node.jsSQL skills and experience with both relational and NoSQL databasesHands-on experience with message queues (e.g. NATS, Pub/Sub)Experience building web services using REST and SOAPWorking knowledge of Kubernetes and DockerExcellent communication skills and confidence working in distributed teamsA degree in Computer Science (or a related field), or equivalent practical experienceFluency in English and Arabic languagesBonus points forFamiliarity with PythonWhy join us?Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology and meaningful data challengesA collaborative, global team of talented engineers and domain expertsA continuous learning environment with real opportunities to grow and leadLocationThis role is remote but must be based in Saudi Arabia.Apply todayWe actively encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. If this role excites you, even if you don't meet every requirement, we'd love to hear from you. You belong here. Let's build something extraordinary together.Originally posted on Himalayas