Backend Developer
A backend developer designs and builds the server side of products: REST/gRPC APIs, database access, message queues, caching and integrations with external services. The specialist is responsible for the performance, fault tolerance and security of server systems — from monoliths to microservice and event-driven architectures. They work with languages such as Java, Go, Python, C#, Node.js and PHP, are fluent with SQL and NoSQL databases, and understand how to scale systems under heavy load.
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Questions and answers
- What does a Backend Developer do?
- A backend developer designs and builds the server side of products: REST/gRPC APIs, database access, message queues, caching and integrations with external services. The specialist is responsible for the performance, fault tolerance and security of server systems — from monoliths to microservice and event-driven architectures. They work with languages such as Java, Go, Python, C#, Node.js and PHP, are fluent with SQL and NoSQL databases, and understand how to scale systems under heavy load.
- What skills are included in the Backend Developer specialization?
- The specialization includes 35 skills — the full list with proficiency levels is on this page. The skill set is aligned with the association tech radar.
- How to verify a Backend Developer qualification with the association?
- Apply for membership at the SmartSNG.Dev association and pass the skill check: specialization experts assess your proficiency in each skill and verify the qualification on your public profile.
- How much do membership and certification cost?
- Association membership is free — no fees or subscriptions. Skill checks are conducted by association experts.
How to verify your qualification
- 1. Apply for membership
Joining the association is free: fill in the application form, the admissions committee reviews it within a week.
- 2. Pass the skill check
Association experts in this specialization assess your skills and proficiency level in each of them.
- 3. Get verified
Verified skills and levels are displayed on your public member profile.