
Job Title: Mid-Level Backend Engineer
Location: Remote
Type: Full-time or Project Basis
About Us:
At Tese, we are committed to advancing sustainability through innovative technology. Our platform helps SMEs and financial institutions manage their Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals using AI, IoT, and data-driven insights. We are looking for a skilled Backend Engineer with mid-level experience to join our dynamic team and contribute to building scalable, robust backend systems.
Role Overview:
As a Mid-Level Backend Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining backend services that power our core platform. You will work closely with our frontend developers, product team, and data scientists to implement solutions that are scalable, secure, and efficient. You will focus on building APIs, managing databases, and optimizing the performance of our services.
Key Responsibilities:
- API Development:
- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful APIs that serve our frontend applications and third-party integrations.
- Ensure high-performance and responsiveness of APIs, while following best practices for security and scalability.
- Database Management:
- Work with both NoSQL (MongoDB) , SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and databases, ensuring efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Optimize database queries and manage migrations, ensuring data integrity and consistency across the platform.
- Microservices and Cloud Infrastructure:
- Develop microservices architecture using Docker and Kubernetes, ensuring that services are scalable and maintainable (Good to have).
- Work with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) to deploy and manage backend services, ensuring high availability and fault tolerance.
- Collaboration and Documentation:
- Collaborate with frontend developers, data scientists, and product managers to gather requirements and develop backend solutions.
- Write clear, maintainable code with proper documentation, including technical designs, API specifications, and test cases.
- Performance and Security:
- Monitor backend services to ensure optimal performance, identifying bottlenecks and implementing improvements.
- Implement security best practices for APIs, databases, and backend systems, including authentication, authorization, and data encryption.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in backend development, with a strong focus on building scalable and efficient systems.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in backend programming languages such as Node.js, Python.
- Strong understanding of RESTful APIs.
- Hands-on experience with SQL (PostgreSQL, MySQL) and NoSQL (MongoDB, DynamoDB) databases.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control (e.g., Git).
- Soft Skills:
- Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work independently as well as in a collaborative environment.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- A strong passion for sustainability and a desire to contribute to impactful projects that drive positive environmental change.
Preferred Qualifications:
The following qualifications are bonus, but not strictly necessary:
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes for containerisation and orchestration (Good to have).
- Experience working with microservices architecture.
- Knowledge of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) metrics and sustainability (Good to have).
- Familiarity with serverless architectures and API gateways.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package and performance bonuses.
- Flexible working hours and remote work options.
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology with a focus on sustainability.
- Professional development opportunities, including access to conferences and training.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and passion for backend development and sustainability here.
Join Us:
Be a part of a forward-thinking team that is making a real difference in the world. At Tese, you'll have the opportunity to innovate, grow, and contribute to a more sustainable future through technology.

About Tese Capital Limited
About
At Tese, we see a direct link between business and our planet's vitality. We're here to reduce the friction between reporting, financing, and improving sustainability performance by providing SMEs with the knowledge, access, and connections that they need to succeed. Tese brings everything into one ecosystem. From managing your ESG performance, purchasing real, tangible solutions to staying up to date on the green market and getting access to sustainable finance, empowering every business to benefit from earth-centric solutions.
Candid answers by the company
We understand that when our businesses become disconnected from nature, risk follows. But we imagine a world - not far from now - where wasteful enterprises evolve into earth-centric allies.
It starts with (re)connection. People connecting to people. People connecting over their communities and livelihoods; (re)connecting their businesses to nature.
This (re)connection offers learning. And in the fertile soil of sustainable technology, fresh approaches begin to sprout. Ways to clean up and do better, supplemented with sustainable financing to unlock your productivity.
And when others see the difference that one-planet solutions make to your enterprise, they’ll want in too; creating more opportunities. Opportunities to scale up, to collaborate and grow. To protect what we have, and restore what we’ve lost.
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A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE ROLE:
We're looking for an experienced Senior Backend Developer who loves solving complex problems and building efficient server-side systems. You should be good at breaking down big problems into smaller, manageable parts and designing scalable backend solutions. At Fountane, we use Agile with scrum, and you'll help us improve this process. You'll work with product owners, designers, testers, and operations teams to build effective backend architecture and APIs.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:
- Build high-quality backend services and APIs that are modular, reusable, and scalable.
- Take responsibility for the complete backend development and deployment of projects for our portfolio companies.
- Create database schemas, API designs, and documentation to clarify requirements and solutions.
- Write clean, well-tested server-side code following best practices.
- Develop technical specifications and assess if backend solutions are practical to implement.
- Design and optimize database models and query performance.
- Set up testing plans and quality checks to ensure reliable backend systems.
- Write and maintain clear documentation for all APIs and backend functionality.
- Fix bugs and improve existing backend systems for better performance.
- Handle server deployments and use feedback to make improvements.
- Follow project plans and industry standards for backend development.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO BE GREAT IN THIS ROLE:
- Strong experience with Node.js and backend JavaScript frameworks like Express, NestJS, or Koa.
- Solid knowledge of database systems like MongoDB, and query optimization techniques.
- Experience with RESTful API design and GraphQL implementation.
- Experience working in Agile teams and collaborating effectively with others.
- Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles and backend design patterns.
- Deep knowledge of server-side JavaScript and asynchronous programming models.
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS (preferred) or Google Cloud Platform for backend deployment.
- Familiarity with our backend tech stack: Node.js, Express, Postgres, MongoDB, Hasura, GraphQL, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform.
SOFT SKILLS:
- Collaboration - Ability to work in teams across the world
- Adaptability - situations are unexpected and need to be quick to adapt
- Open-mindedness - Expect to see things outside the ordinary
LIFE AT FOUNTANE:
- Fountane offers an environment where all members are supported, challenged, recognized & given opportunities to grow to their fullest potential.
- Competitive pay
- Health insurance for spouses, kids, and parents.
- PF/ESI or equivalent
- Individual/team bonuses
- Employee stock ownership plan
- Fun/challenging variety of projects/industries
- Flexible workplace policy - remote/physical
- Flat organization - no micromanagement
- Individual contribution - set your deadlines
- Above all - culture that helps you grow exponentially!
- Qualifications - No bachelor's degree required. Good communication skills are a must!
A LITTLE BIT ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Established in 2017, Fountane Inc is a Ventures Lab incubating and investing in new competitive technology businesses from scratch. Thus far, we’ve created half a dozen multi-million valuation companies in the US and a handful of sister ventures for large corporations, including Target, US Ventures, and Imprint Engine.
We’re a team of 120+ strong from around the world that are radically open-minded and believes in excellence, respecting one another, and pushing our boundaries to the furthest it's ever been.
- At least 3 years' experience as a Node.js developer.
- Extensive knowledge of JavaScript, web stacks, libraries, and frameworks.
- Mandatory experience in MongoDB and MySql.
- Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3.
- Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
Designation : *Senior Node.js Developer*
CLient Name : *CLIRNET*
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop scalable, high-performance backend systems using Node.js
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve complex software problems
Participate in code reviews to maintain code quality standards
Optimize application for maximum speed and scalability
Develop and maintain API endpoints
Implement security and data protection measures
Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure code quality and coverage
Participate in Agile development methodologies such as Scrum
Qualifications:
Minimum of 4 years of experience in Node.js development
Strong proficiency in Node.js and its core principles
Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js
Experience with automated testing frameworks such as Jest or Mocha
Strong understanding of software development best practices, including Agile
methodologies
Familiarity with Git or other version control systems
Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Job description – Backend Developer
About Wekan Enterprise Solutions
Wekan Enterprise Solutions helps companies grow by modernizing their most critical legacy and on-premise applications, migrating them to the cloud and leveraging the most cutting-edge technologies. With a strong focus on Cloud, Mobile and IoT environments, our solutions help companies reduce TCO and improve their ROI on their technology investments. We are also the #1 MongoDB Global Strategic SI partner for mobile modernization.
Location - Chennai or Bangalore
Who are you ? An individual with...
- Good problem solving skills
- Good understanding of software design patterns.
- Believes in software as an enabler and is not constrained by one language or technology and is willing to scale with the product needs.
- Passion for Quality in the work being done.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Building and developing products and platforms for both client side as well as server-side scalable applications. These include designing Omni-channel (mobile, tablet & web) applications.
- Collaborate well with engineers, researchers, and data implementation specialists to design and create advanced, elegant, and efficient systems.
- Suggest & implement best practices for performance tuning while working on the larger datasets.
- Maintain quality and ensure responsiveness of applications.
- Perform design reviews and code Reviews with the Team
- Provide real time knowledge transfer to the team on the Requirements I UI Design & Development.
- Manage the infrastructure & deployment of the release artefacts by coordinating with respective peoples.
- Work in an agile environment with the defined sprints to deliver the assigned work in the stipulated timelines.
- Adhere to software development best practices and coding standards in all work products and participate in the refinement of those practices and standards to improve quality and productivity.
Skills
- Must have strong 4 to 5 years of hands on experience Web Applications Development with good expertise in Node JS Stack using ORM like mongoose/Typeorm.
- Proven experience building application using micro service environment using Docker/Kubernetes platform.
- Experience in creating node modules and packaging through package manager’s.
- Strong development and coding skills, good analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Experience in writing JUnitest cases & performing code coverage using tools like mocha/sonarcube/hudson.
- Rest API implementation using GraphQL.
- Experience is building Dashboards with any chart library in Angular is a must 5. Experience in writing Restful API’s using Node/Python/Scala/Java, etc.
- Knowledge of modern authorization mechanisms such as JSON Web Token, OAuth2.
- Familiarity with code versioning tools such as Git, Bit bucket
- Experience in working on Build Tools like NPM, Gulp, Bower, and Web pack.
- Understanding of Agile & Scrum development methodology.
- Knowledge of AWS, Azure will be an added advantage.
Tools & Technologies
Web Technologies: 1 NodeJS, HTML5, CSS3, jQuery, Bootstrap, JavaScript, AJAX, Postman, REST API, Express 2. Testing:Jest, Karma 3. Databases: Mongodb, NoSQL, Redis 4. Code Management: Git, Bit bucket 5. Operating System: Mac, Linux, Windows 5. Cloud Technologies: AWS, Azure.
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Have an experience building backend server side applications in Node.js and Express.js Have in-depth knowledge and experience of using ES6+ features and Object Oriented Principles Have sound knowledge and are familiar with databases like MongoDb - (Preferred) and Mysql. Have good exposure to cloud native technologies (AWS Lambda, S3, RDS, etc) Have working knowledge of version control (Git) and continuous deployment Have experience in optimising backend API’s and database queries for optimal performance. You are good at problem solving and have analytical skills You are flexible in adapting new technologies and frameworks as per the projects needs
Node.js Developer Responsibilities:
- Developing and maintaining all server-side network components.
- Ensuring optimal performance of the central database and responsiveness to front-end requests.
- Collaborating with front-end developers on the integration of elements.
- Designing customer-facing UI and back-end services for various business processes.
- Developing high-performance applications by writing testable, reusable, and efficient code.
- Implementing effective security protocols, data protection measures, and storage solutions.
- Running diagnostic tests, repairing defects, and providing technical support.
- Documenting Node.js processes, including database schemas, as well as preparing reports.
- Recommending and implementing improvements to processes and technologies.
- Keeping informed of advancements in the field of Node.js development.
Node.js Developer Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, information science, or similar.
- At least two years' experience as a Node.js developer.
- Extensive knowledge of JavaScript, web stacks, libraries, and frameworks.
- Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3.
- Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
- Great organizational and time management skills.
- Availability to resolve urgent web application issues outside of business hours.
● A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field(or combined with related experience)
● Strong Expertise in Node.js/Javascript
● Hands-on experience in writing Node.js applications
● Deep knowledge of Restful APIs, Web Services, command-line programs and solid design principles.
● Knowledge of Node.js and frameworks like Express.js,Sails.js,StrongLoop, Meteor,Loopback.js, etc
● Knowledge of SQL and NoSQL database(MongoDB)
● Knowledge of tools like Docker, Git, Postman, JSdocs, etc.
● Well versed with front-end technologies - HTML5, and CSS3, AWS, GCP, Azure, Good hold on CLI
command, OS
● Proficiency in multiple programming languages, both dynamic(Javascript, Python, Ruby, etc.) and
strongly typed object-oriented language.
● Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests.
● Must be a proven performer and team player that enjoys challenging assignments in a high energy,
fast growing and start-up workplace.
● Good communication and interpersonal skills


● 3-6 Years of experience with a Bachelor’s/Master's degree in Computer Science, Math, or related
technical domain
● Skilled in software development lifecycle, and designing and developing large-scale, multi-tiered,
distributed software applications, tools, systems or services using Object Oriented Design,
distributed programming, Java, Python, Node.js.
● Knowledge of ORM tools like Hibernate, JPA.
● Good knowledge of one or more relational and NoSQL databases
● Experience in deployment of microservices over Amazon Web Services
● Experience in delivering quality products using microservices architecture.
● Knowledge of Agile methodologies & best practices for the full software development life cycle,
including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing,
and operations
● Strong hold on Data Structure, Problem solving skills
To succeed at Zest, you will need
● Ability to operate and communicate with every business unit and level of hierarchy
● High levels of energy and enthusiasm for all that you do
● Be someone who does not take “no” for an answer and pushes for continuous innovation and
evolution
● Have extremely high standards in everything you do – you will be required to keep raising the bar
● Ability to think big and to inspire a vision in others
● Kindness, warmth and a positive, optimistic attitude
And what do you get in return?
● Opportunity to be part of one of the most exciting consumer growth stories in the world
● One of the best funded and most far advanced companies in the space (investors are leading
global VCs)
● We will teach you all you need to know about “Fintech”
● Endless amounts of learning and development – formal and informal
● Ability to work with some of the best, nicest and most passionate people in the digital lending
industry – from all over the world
● Founders with the right vision and motivation to make this a success story
● Freedom to work how you like (we do not do ‘facetime’)
● A culture of trust and honesty – we will not second guess you
● A flat structure with minimal politics or hierarchy
● Recognition and respect for your work
● Market beating compensation and Equity ownership for the best candidate
● Lunch, great healthcare, decent coffee and a nice office.

