Backend Developer

We are looking to expand our existing Python team across our offices in Surat. This position is for SDE-1 - Junior Software Engineer.

The requirements are as follows:

1) Familiar with the the Django REST API Framework.

2) Experience with the FAST API framework will be a plus

3) Strong grasp of basic python programming concepts ( We do ask a lot of questions on this on our interviews :) )

4) Experience with databases like MongoDB , Postgres , Elasticsearch , REDIS will be a plus

5) Experience with any ML library will be a plus.

6) Familiarity with using git , writing unit test cases for all code written and CI/CD concepts will be a plus as well.

7) Familiar with basic code patterns like MVC.

8) Grasp on basic data structures.

SENIOR ENGINEER BACKEND JOB DESCRIPTION 

To design, develop, and maintain highly scalable, secure, and efficient backend systems that power  core business applications. The Senior Engineer – Backend will be responsible for architecting APIs, optimizing data flow, and ensuring system reliability and performance. This role will collaborate closely  with frontend, DevOps, and product teams to deliver robust solutions that enable seamless user 

experiences and support organizational growth through clean,maintainable, andwell-tested code. 

Responsibilities: 

• Design,develop, andmaintainrobust andscalable backendservices usingNode.js. • Collaborate with front-end developers and productmanagersto define and implement API specifications. 

• Optimize application performance and scalability by identifying bottlenecks and  proposing solutions. 

• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, and conduct code reviews to ensure quality standards. 

• Developunittests andmaintain code coverage toensure highquality. 

• Document architectural solutions and system designs to ensure clarity and  maintainability. 

• Troubleshoot andresolve issuesindevelopment,testing, and production environments. • Stay up to date withemerging technologies and industry trendsto continuously improve our tech  stack. 

• Mentor andguide junior engineers,fostering a culture oflearning andgrowth. 

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). 

• 5+ yearsof experience in backenddevelopmentwith a focusonNode.js andJavascript. • StrongunderstandingofRESTfulAPIs andmicroservices architecture. 

• Proficiency in database technologies (SQL and NoSQL, such as DynamoDB, MongoDB,  PostgreSQL,etc.). 

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies(Docker, Kubernetes). • Knowledgeof cloudplatform(AWS) anddeploymentbest practices. 

• Excellentproblem-solving skillsandtheability toworkina fast-pacedenvironment. • Strong communication and teamwork skills. 

Goodto have: 

• Experiencewithfront-endframeworks(e.g.Angular,React,Vue.js). 

• Understanding ofHTML,CSS, and JavaScript. 

• Familiaritywithresponsivedesignanduserexperienceprinciples. 

About AlbertInvent 

Albert Invent is a cutting-edge AI-driven software company headquartered in Oakland, California, on a mission to empower scientists and innovators in chemistry and materials science to invent the future faster. Every day, scientistsin 30+ countries use Albert to accelerate RCD with AI trained like a chemist, bringing better products to market faster.

• You solve problems at their root, stepping back to understand the broader context.
• You develop pragmatic solutions and build flexible systems that balance engineering complexity and timely delivery, creating business impact.
• You understand a broad range of data structures and algorithms and apply them to deliver high-performing applications.
• You recognize and use design patterns to solve business problems.
• You understand how operating systems work, perform and scale.
• You continually align your work with Amazon’s business objectives and seek to deliver business value.
• You collaborate to ensure that decisions are based on the merit of the proposal, not the proposer.
• You proactively support knowledge-sharing and build good working relationships within the team and with others in Amazon.
• You communicate clearly with your team and with other groups and listen effectively.

• Working knowledge of Node-Sync, callback hell and ways to control asynchronous behavior of Node functions.
• Strong command on ES6(EcmaScript) or Javascript and its concepts like prototypes, call back, closures etc
• Should have deep understanding of Native Node.js, Express.js, HAPI.js and middlewares.
• Candidates must have proper understanding and command on RESTful API development and consumptions.
• Candidates must know to use promises, async-await to control synchronization of business logic components.
• Candidates must have knowledge of JWT, oAuth and passport.js for user authentication.
• Candidates must have knowledge of GIT, Bit-bucket.
• Candidates must have knowledge of application deployment.
• Experience with NoSQL databases eg mongodb (preferred).

Required Skills:

• Expert in Python and Django framework
• Expert in developing backend applications with RESTful APIs Using Django Rest Framework
• Good understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, ReactJS , HTML5, and CSS3
• Understanding of fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
• Proficient understanding of GitHub
• Strong programming basics, with a clear understanding of Object-Oriented and Functional programming.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with global teams to define and deliver on projects.