Backend Engineer with Nodejs Python

Job Title: IT and Cybersecurity Network Backend Engineer (Remote)

Job Summary:

Join Springer Capital’s elite tech team to architect and fortify our digital infrastructure, ensuring robust, secure, and scalable backend systems that power cutting‑edge investment solutions.

Job Description:

Founded in 2015, Springer Capital is a technology-forward asset management and investment firm that redefines financial strategies through innovative digital solutions. We identify high-potential opportunities and leverage advanced technology to drive value, transforming traditional investment paradigms. Our culture is built on agility, creative problem-solving, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.

Job Highlights:

As an IT and Cybersecurity Network Backend Engineer, you will play a central role in designing, developing, and securing our backend systems. You’ll be responsible for creating bulletproof server architectures and integrating sophisticated cybersecurity measures to ensure our digital assets remain secure, reliable, and scalable—all while working fully remotely.

Responsibilities:

• Backend Architecture & Security:
• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance backend systems and RESTful APIs using technologies such as Python, Node.js, or Java.
• Implement advanced cybersecurity protocols including encryption, multi-factor authentication, and anomaly detection to safeguard our infrastructure.
• Network Infrastructure Management:
• Architect secure cloud and hybrid network solutions to protect sensitive data and ensure uninterrupted service.
• Develop robust logging, monitoring, and compliance mechanisms.
• Collaborative Innovation:
• Partner with cross-functional teams (DevOps, frontend, and product managers) to integrate security seamlessly into every layer of our technology stack.
• Participate in regular security audits, agile sprints, and technical reviews.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Keep abreast of emerging technologies and cybersecurity threats, proposing and implementing innovative solutions to maintain system integrity.

What We Offer:

• Advanced Learning & Mentorship: Work side-by-side with industry experts who will empower you to push the boundaries of cybersecurity and backend engineering.
• Impactful Work: Engage in projects that directly influence the security and scalability of our revolutionary digital investment strategies.
• Dynamic, Remote Culture: Thrive in a flexible, remote-first environment that champions creativity, collaboration, and work-life balance.
• Career Growth: Unlock long-term career advancement opportunities in a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and initiative.

Requirements:

• Degree (or current enrollment) in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Proficiency in at least one backend programming language (Python, Node.js, or Java) and hands-on experience with RESTful API design.
• Solid understanding of network security principles and experience implementing cybersecurity best practices.
• Passionate about designing secure systems, solving complex technical challenges, and staying ahead of industry trends.
• Strong analytical and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

About Springer Capital:

At Springer Capital, we blend financial expertise with digital innovation to shape tomorrow’s investment landscape. Our relentless drive to merge technology and asset management has positioned us as leaders in transforming traditional finance into dynamic, tech-enabled ventures.

Location: Global (Remote)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50 USD per month

Work Location: Remote

Embark on your next challenge with Springer Capital—where your technical prowess and dedication to security help safeguard the future of digital investments.

About the Role-

Thinking big and executing beyond what is expected. The challenges cut across algorithmic problem solving, systems engineering, machine learning and infrastructure at a massive scale.

Reason to Join-

An opportunity for innovators, problem solvers & learners.  Working will be Innovative, empowering, rewarding & fun. Amazing Office, competitive pay along with excellent benefits package.

Requiremets and Responsibilities- (please read carefully before applying)

• The overall experience of 3-6 years in Java/Python Framework and Machine Learning.
• Develop Web Services, REST, XSD, XML technologies, Java, Python, AWS, API.
• Experience on Elastic Search or SOLR or Lucene -Search Engine, Text Mining, Indexing.
• Experience in highly scalable tools like Kafka, Spark, Aerospike, etc.
• Hands on experience in Design, Architecture, Implementation, Performance & Scalability, and Distributed Systems.
• Design, implement, and deploy highly scalable and reliable systems.
• Troubleshoot Solr indexing process and querying engine.
• Bachelors or Masters in Computer Science from Tier 1 Institutions

Job Brief:

- Proficient in object-oriented programming and distributed systems

- Some experience with Web Programming and TypeScript

- Ability to speak and write in English fluently

- A proactive approach to spotting problems, areas for improvement, and performance bottlenecks

- Experience with TypeScript and NodeJS

- Experience with the language server protocol

- Experience with JavaScript

- Experience with the Pub-Sub pattern

• 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.

Job Description

• Design & implement backend APIs 
• Mentor junior developers technically.
• Actively work to reduce tech debt in the backend
• Work towards more stability & scalability of the backend
• Tech stack - Java, AWS, Aurora etc. 

Eligibility

• 4-8 years of product company experience
• OOP implementation experience. Programming language does not matter. We use Java internally but have hired folks from non Java background.
• Hands on experience in SQL, Dynamo DB, Postgres etc preferred. 
• Prior experience building REST APIs
• Advanced understanding of AWS stack
• Prior knowledge of solving problems at scale.

At Kyt, we are building an online-first, global academy focused on extracurricular learning for kids. Our mission is to ensure that every kid around the world gets access to holistic education while being able to learn using content, tools and technologies that teaches them concepts - some even better than offline. Bringing in technology as a differentiator to teach kids concepts and help them practice is key to our product development path.

• Experience of 6+ years across product based companies 

• Should have worked on building B2C products. Having experience in building edtech products would be a major plus.
• Should be an  avid programmer with great problem solving skills.
• Should have a great grasp over NodeJs/Typescript/ AWS microservices
• Should  have experience in building scalable server-side systems. Should have significant experience in cloud infrastructure and designing databases.
• Should have knowledge of software architecture, system thinking and design patterns.