Backend Developer

Job Title: Golang Developer

Location: Kolkata

Job Type: Full-time

Working Days: 5 Days (Rotational off)

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled Golang Developer with experience in Golang, Node.js, WebSocket

communication, and API development. In this role, you will work closely with our development

team to design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems and real-time

applications.

Key Responsibilities:

 Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable Golang code.

 Develop scalable APIs and microservices.

 Integrate and build real-time communication using WebSocket protocols.

 Collaborate with frontend developers and other team members to establish objectives

and design more functional, cohesive systems.

 Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

 Optimize applications for maximum performance, scalability, and security.

 Participate in code reviews, contribute to team knowledge, and continuously improve

development processes.

 Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing systems.

 Occasionally work with Node.js services and modules when needed.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

 Min 3+ years of experience in backend development with Golang.

 Solid understanding of Node.js and JavaScript/TypeScript.

 Hands-on experience with WebSocket integration and real-time applications.

 Strong knowledge of RESTful APIs, API design principles, and API documentation. Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

 Good understanding of concurrent programming and microservices architecture.

 Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.

 Knowledge of containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes is a plus.

 Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude.

• Strong Expertise in CodeIgniter Framework.
• Sound knowledge of database designing and application architecture planning for Core PHP projects.
• Expertise in PHP, MVC Frameworks, and good technology exposure of CodeIgniter Open cart or any CMS added advantage.
• String core PHP Hands-on experience.
• Good Knowledge of PHP5, MySQL, jQuery, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, XML
• Assure that all user input is validated before submitting it to the back-end.
• A good understanding of asynchronous request handling, partial page updates, and AJAX will be preferred.
• Prior experience in the payment gateway or education ERP domain is a plus.

Primary responsibilities:

•Design, develop AWS IoT/Cloud-based applications using Typescript, Node.Js.

•Work closely with onsite, offshore, and cross functional teams, Product Management, frontend developers, SQA teams to effectively use technologies to build and deliver high quality and on-time delivery.

•Proactively Identify risks and failure modes early in the development lifecycle and develop POCs to mitigate the risks early in the program.

•Assertive communication and team skills.

•This individual be self-directed, highly motivated, and organized with strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, and an ability to work on multiple projects and function in a team environment.

Experience and Skills Required:

•More than 6 years of overall experience in Software domain.

•At least 3 years of experience in Cloud native applications.

•Solid working knowledge of Typescript, NodeJS.

•Thorough working knowledge in AWS, Lambdas, Microservices etc.,

•Experience in executing CI/CD processes

•Experience in Microservices Architecture

•Good Knowledge on Cloud security & security design control implementation.

•Knowledge of (AWS IoT Core) and In-depth knowledge of AWS cloud native services including Kinesis, DynamoDB, Neptune, Lambda, API Gateway, Timestream , IoT Core, GreenGrass, Aurora, Lambda, etc.

•Great knowledge in Agile/Scrum

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven 2 to 12 years of professional experience in Node.js development
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript, including ES6+ syntax
• Expertise in designing and developing RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
• Experience with popular Node.js frameworks such as Express.js, Nest.js, or Hapi.js
• Experience in modern front-end technologies (e.g., HTML, CSS, JavaScript frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js)
• Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and design patterns
• Extensive knowledge of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL)
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

Minimum 5-7years of professional experience building web-applications
Strong experience in backend development
Strong experience in AI/Machine Learning development, Data Analysis/Processing
Experience in creating robust and secure REST APIs
Hands-on exposure to RDBMS like PostgreSQL, MySQL, MariaDB etc.
Proficiency with one or more programming languages from Java, Python, Node/JavaScript
Solid familiarity working with cloud and related technologies, AWS, GCP and Azure cloud environments
Ability to do very quick research in unknown technologies
Startup mindset, comfort with chaos and multi-tasking ability
Strong programming fundamentals in Data Structures, Algorithms
An eye for writing performance optimum code in any tool set