Backend Developer - SE/SSE/Staff/Tech lead

Job Title - Golang Developer

Experience - 4- 8 years

Location - Bangalore / Gurugram

Primary Skills - Golang

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Software Development

• Design, develop, and maintain applications using Golang.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code by adhering to Go best practices and conventions.
• Develop and deploy microservices, APIs, and backend systems using Go.
• Integrate third-party services, tools, and databases with Golang applications.
• Optimize application performance and ensure high availability and scalability.

2. System Architecture and Design

• Collaborate with architects and lead developers to design the structure and components of the software.
• Participate in designing the overall architecture of applications, ensuring it’s modular, maintainable, and secure.
• Define API contracts and integrate with frontend teams for seamless interaction between services and front-end systems.

3. Code Maintenance and Testing

• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code reliability and maintainability.
• Perform code reviews to ensure code quality and adherence to coding standards.
• Fix bugs and troubleshoot issues in existing Golang-based applications.
• Continuously monitor and refactor the code to improve maintainability and readability.

4. Concurrency and Parallelism

• Leverage Go’s concurrency features, such as goroutines and channels, to write highly concurrent applications that scale efficiently.
• Ensure effective use of resources by implementing parallel processing and handling multiple requests simultaneously.

5. Database Management and Integration

• Work with both SQL and NoSQL databases (such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, etc.) for data storage and retrieval.
• Write efficient queries and design database schemas that meet application needs while optimizing performance.

6. Collaboration with Cross-functional Teams

• Work closely with other developers, product managers, and designers to understand the requirements and deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in agile workflows, including sprint planning, stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Collaborate with DevOps for the deployment and continuous integration (CI/CD) pipelines to ensure smooth application releases.

7. Documentation

• Write technical documentation and detailed code comments to make the codebase more understandable and maintainable.
• Document the design and development processes, API endpoints, and deployment procedures for better team collaboration and knowledge sharing.

8. Performance Optimization

• Analyze and optimize Go applications for better speed and resource consumption.
• Use profiling tools and best practices to identify and mitigate performance bottlenecks.
• Implement caching strategies and use efficient algorithms to improve response time.

9. Security Implementation

• Ensure secure coding practices and follow security guidelines when developing Go-based applications.
• Protect against common security threats, such as SQL injection, XSS, and CSRF.
• Implement proper encryption and authentication mechanisms (e.g., OAuth, JWT).

10. Version Control and Collaboration Tools

• Use version control systems like Git to manage code and collaborate with other developers.
• Engage with project management and communication tools like JIRA, Slack, or Trello for efficient project tracking.

11. Continuous Learning

• Stay updated with the latest developments in the Go language and related technologies.
• Continuously enhance programming skills and explore new libraries, tools, or frameworks to improve the software development process.

12. Deployment and Cloud Integration

• Experience with cloud platforms (such as AWS, GCP, Azure) for deploying Go-based applications.
• Ensure that applications are containerized using Docker and managed with Kubernetes.
• Set up automated deployment pipelines and continuous integration for efficient delivery.

About the Role:

We are seeking a skilled and driven Backend Developer with expertise in Python (Django/FastAPI) and Node.js (TypeScript) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in database design (RDBMS and NoSQL), REST API and GraphQL development, cloud services, and AI-driven applications. You will be responsible for designing and implementing scalable backend solutions, ensuring high performance, security, and reliability.

If you’re passionate about backend development, Generative AI, and data engineering, this is the role for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Backend Development:

• Develop and maintain robust, scalable backend services using Node.js (TypeScript) and Python (Django/FastAPI).
• Build APIs with REST and GraphQL, ensuring high security and performance.
• Implement authentication mechanisms such as OAuth2.0, SAML, JWT, MFA, and passkeys (optional).
• Research and integrate Generative AI (Gen AI) models and OpenAI APIs into backend systems.

Database & Data Engineering:

• Design and optimize schemas for both relational (PostgreSQL, YSQL) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB) databases.
• Work with Redshift, BigQuery, and Snowflake to manage large-scale data processing.
• Develop ETL pipelines for data ingestion and transformation.
• Utilize Apache Airflow for workflow automation.

Cloud Services & Serverless Architecture:

• Work extensively with AWS Cloud services, and optionally Azure and GCP.
• Design and implement serverless architectures and event-driven systems using frameworks like AWS Lambda or equivalent on Azure/GCP.
• Configure and manage webhooks for event notifications and integrations.
• Integrate Apache Pulsar for real-time event streaming and messaging.

Programming & AI Integration:

• Apply design patterns, SOLID principles, and functional programming practices.
• Develop Python-based AI/ML solutions, leveraging Django/FastAPI for backend services.
• Manage AI/ML environments using Conda.

DevOps & Deployment:

• Utilize Docker and Kubernetes (K8s) for containerization and orchestration.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams for CI/CD pipelines and scalable deployments.

Tools & Utilities:

• Use Postman, Swagger, and cURL for API testing and documentation.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Unix commands for troubleshooting and development.
• Work with Git for versioning and code management.

Key Skills & Qualifications:

Must-Have:

✔ Proficiency in Python (Django/FastAPI) and Node.js (TypeScript).

✔ Experience with NestJS framework.

✔ Expertise in RDBMS and NoSQL database design and optimization.

✔ Hands-on experience with REST API and GraphQL development.

✔ Familiarity with authentication protocols such as OAuth2.0, SAML, JWT, and MFA.

✔ Strong understanding of AWS Cloud Services and Serverless Architecture.

✔ Experience with Gen AI, OpenAI APIs, and AI model integration.

✔ Hands-on knowledge of Python and Conda environments.

✔ Expertise in Redshift, BigQuery, Snowflake, and Apache Airflow for Data Engineering.

✔ Exposure to Apache Pulsar for event streaming.

Nice-to-Have:

➕ Exposure to Azure and GCP serverless frameworks.

➕ Knowledge of webhooks for event handling.

➕ Experience with passkeys as an authentication option.

Soft Skills:

✅ Problem-solving mindset with a passion for tackling complex challenges.

✅ Ability to learn and adapt to new tools, frameworks, and programming languages.

✅ Collaborative attitude and strong communication skills.

What We Offer:

💰 Competitive compensation and benefits package.

🚀 Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment.

📚 A culture of learning, growth, and collaboration.

🌍 Exposure to large-scale systems, AI/ML integrations, and exciting technical challenges.

As an SSE, you will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining our backend systems

that power our platform. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Python Django and a

strong understanding of databases, caching, and distributed systems.

● Design, develop, and maintain robust, scalable, and high-performance backend systems using

Python Django.

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate

them into technical solutions.

● Optimize application performance and scalability by implementing caching strategies, load

balancing, and distributed computing techniques.

● Ensure data integrity and security by implementing best practices for data storage, retrieval,

and access control.

● Develop and maintain integrations with external APIs and services to support seamless

interactions with third-party systems.

● Identify and address performance bottlenecks and other system issues to improve overall

system efficiency.

● Write clean, maintainable, and testable code following industry-standard coding practices.

● Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers to ensure code quality and

adherence to best practices.

● Mentor junior team members and assist in their professional growth.

• 3 years Experience in Ruby on Rails
• Minimum 3 years in MongoDB / PostgreSQL
• Must be from Product based companies