Database Developer (PostgreSQL)

Job Title : Backend Engineer (AI-First | FinTech/Crypto)

Experience : 3 to 6 Years

Location : Gurugram (Sector 49)

Working Hours : 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Work Mode : On-site | 6 Days Working

Employment Type : Full-time

Role Overview :

This is not a typical ticket-based engineering role. You will take end-to-end ownership of systems—designing architecture, building scalable solutions, and solving real-world performance challenges.

We operate in an AI-first engineering environment, leveraging advanced tools and automation workflows to build high-performance distributed systems.

Mandatory Skills :

Java/Spring Boot or Node.js, System Design (HLD/LLD), Distributed Systems, Event-Driven Architecture (Kafka/RabbitMQ), Low-Latency APIs, PostgreSQL/MongoDB, CI/CD, Docker/Kubernetes, AI-assisted development (Copilot/Cursor/Claude)

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and build scalable backend systems (Java/Spring Boot, Node.js, or similar).
• Architect and implement event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, pub/sub).
• Develop secure and reliable financial systems with strong data integrity.
• Solve scalability and performance challenges in fintech/crypto environments.
• Own features end-to-end: design → development → deployment → monitoring.
• Work with real-time data pipelines (WebSockets, streaming, event sourcing).
• Define service contracts and optimize system architecture.

AI-First Engineering (Must-Have Mindset) :

You will :

• Use tools like GitHub Copilot, Cursor, and Claude in daily development
• Follow spec-driven development using structured instructions
• Review, validate, and ship AI-generated code with strong engineering judgment

Core Requirements :

• 3+ years of backend development experience.
• Strong expertise in Java (Spring Boot) or Node.js.
• Solid understanding of System Design (HLD/LLD, Distributed Systems).
• Experience with event-driven architectures (Kafka, RabbitMQ, async pipelines).
• Hands-on experience building low-latency, high-throughput systems.
• Strong database knowledge (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).
• Understanding of security, performance optimization, and reliability.
• Experience with CI/CD, Git, Docker, Kubernetes.
• Exposure to React / React Native is a plus.

Good to Have (Differentiators) :

• Experience in FinTech / Crypto / Web3 / Blockchain.
• Built systems for trading, payments, or real-time financial data.
• Experience with AI agents, automation pipelines, or agent-based systems.
• Exposure to parallel AI workflows (coding / testing / refactoring).
• Contributions to open source or technical blogs.
• Experience handling production-scale systems.

5–10 years of experience in backend or full-stack development (Java, C#, Python, or Node.js preferred).

•Design, develop, and deploy full-stack web applications (front-end, back-end, APIs, and databases).

•Build responsive, user-friendly UIs using modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Vue, or Angular).

•Develop robust backend services and RESTful or GraphQL APIs using Node.js, Python, Java, or similar technologies.

•Manage and optimize databases (SQL and NoSQL).

•Collaborate with UX/UI designers, product managers, and QA engineers to refine requirements and deliver solutions.

•Implement CI/CD pipelines and support cloud deployments (AWS, Azure, or GCP).

•Write clean, testable, and maintainable code with appropriate documentation.

•Monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and troubleshoot production issues.

•Stay up to date with emerging technologies and recommend improvements to tools, processes, and architecture.

•Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks like React, Vue.js, or Angular.

•Strong experience with server-side programming (Node.js, Python/Django, Java/Spring Boot, or .NET).

•Experience with databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, or similar.

•Familiarity with API design, microservices architecture, and REST/GraphQL best practices.

•Working knowledge of version control (Git/GitHub) and DevOps pipelines.

Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).

🚨 Hiring Alert 🚨

We are Hiring Java Backend Intern for 2 months !

Skills Required:

1. Good understanding of Java 17, Spring and any Sql database

2. Good Understanding on designing low level code from scratch

3. Experience in building database schema and code architecture

4. Familiar with design patterns and willingness to write clean, readable, and well-documented code.

5. Familiarity with tools like postman, STS or intelij

6. Understanding of REST APIs and their role in application development.

7. Good DSA and problem solving skills

Roles & Responsibilities:

1. Assist in developing and maintaining web applications.

2. Learn to utilize open source tools for integration

3. Collaborate with team members to design and implement new features.

4. Contribute to optimizing application performance and resolving bugs.

5. Stay curious and keep learning new technologies relevant to spring boot and spring reactive

6. Exposure to version control systems like Git.

7. Passion for learning and contributing to real-world projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Min exp of 0-2 years.

2. Skills in computer science/IT and relevant.

What You’ll Gain:

1. Stipend - 8k -10k/ month, subjective to your performance

2. Hands-on experience in building production-grade applications.

• Develop, test, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js and related technologies.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices architecture to support frontend functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Optimize application performance, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Conduct code reviews, mentor junior developers, and ensure adherence to best practices.
• Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and methodologies to improve development processes.

Mandatory

• SaaS experience of 2 years with total development experience of 4 years
• Must have worked in a smaller company of less than 100
• Should have built solutions/softwares end to end and not just as a part of bigger team
• Should see themselves going deeper into the same role even 5 years down the line
• Should have knowledge on Node.js, MongoDB, and AWS
• Strong understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven architecture, and Node.js design patterns.
• Proficiency in working with databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or MySQL.
• Experience with API development, including RESTful services and microservices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to debug complex server-side issues.

Essential

• Proficiency with version control systems like Git.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Knowledge of system design and scalable architecture.
• Understanding of security best practices and implementing secure APIs.

Good to Have

• Experience with GraphQL and related backend technologies.
• Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with message brokers like RabbitMQ or Kafka.
• Experience with platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, or other e-commerce technologies.
• Exposure to frontend technologies such as React for better cross-functional collaboration.

Project Overview: We are looking for expert level Postgres database developer to work on a software application development project for a fortune 500 US based telecom client. The application is web based and used across multiple teams to support their business processes. The developer will be responsible for developing various components of the Postgres database and for light administration of the database.

Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with onshore, offshore and other team members to understand the user stories and develop code. Develop and execute scripts to unit test. Collaborate with onshore developers, product owner and the client team to perform work in an integrated manner.

Professional Attributes: Should have the ability to work independently and seek guidance as and when necessary - Should have good communication skills - Flexible working in different time zones if necessary - Good team player - Mentoring juniors

Experience preferred:

• Extensive experience in Postgres database development (expert level)
• Experience in Postgres administration.
• Must have working experience with GIS data functionality
• Experience handling large datasets (50-100M tables)
• Preferred – exposure to Azure or AWS
• Must have skillsets for database performance tuning
• Familiarity with web applications
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight
• Experience working cohesively in integrated teams
• Good interpersonal, communication, documentation and presentation skills.
• Prior experience working in agile environments
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with clients, Business Analysts and Developers
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and conceptual skills
• Excellent organizational skills; attention to detail
• Ability to resolve project issues effectively and efficiently
• Ability to prioritize workload and consistently meet deadlines
• Experience working with onshore-offshore model

Responsibilities :

- Knowledge of Node.js and frameworks available for it {such as NestJS, Express, StrongLoop, etc.}

- Experience in Database, Postgres Preferred.
- Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic
- Writing reusable, testable, and efficient code
- Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
- Implementation of security and data protection
- Integration of data storage solutions 
- Strong proficiency with JavaScript

We are building for the future of work by changing the way the world looks at information and data paradigms. The Meaning Engine by India-based Needle Innovision enables building solutions by processing meaningful data out of anything stored anywhere - structured, unstructured data types, distributed, at scale and more. 

In our quest to do more, we are looking for a fantastic Java Tech Lead to join us in a hybrid setting from New Delhi. Below are some (seriously important) green flags that we are looking for from you: 

🟢 Ability to build and repeat the vision, not just work on tasks in the new phase of your career

🟢 The excitement to architect awesome products and resilient teams

🟢 Preparedness to move into enterprise-ready environments 

🟢 Build team motivation, delegate smartly and create a career path

This could be an awesome launching pad for someone who enjoys working towards big-picture goals, has a keen interest in leadership, and has a deep understanding of Java technologies.  Our teams are sustained on values of care and we offer a generous number of vacation days, the opportunity to craft your calendar with flexible schedules and very soon an insurance plan for you and your loved ones. We offer a starting salary range of 10-14LPA.

What you will do: 

• Collaborate with the client to understand problem statements and provide solutions for the same.
• Explain client requirements to the project team and plan and delegate work requirements
• Ensure the applications are released to production in the committed timeline
• Work with the QA team to ensure the code developed by the team passes the necessary quality check.
• Document application changes and development updates
• Set and evolve standards and best practices for our application development team 
• .Guide and mentor junior developers and engage in regular learning activities
• Oversee development process compliance and CI activities.

What you will bring: 

• 4 years minimum detail-oriented experience as a Senior Software Engineer.
• Experience in client interactions and/or are looking forward to doing that (preferred if, you have worked in B2B application development for large enterprises 🟢)
• Prior experience of at least one large project with a few people under your belt. (🟢)
• Expert-level knowledge of Java, Spring Boot, Oracle/Postgres.
• Expert-level knowledge on one or all of Hibernate/JPA/MyBatis.
• Experience in RESTful services and fundamentals of MVC architecture.
• Experience in working with and configuring web and application servers, such as Apache/Nginx/Tomcat.
• Proficient understanding of build tools, such as Maven/Gradle and code versioning tools, such as Git/SVN.
• Ability to review specifications documents and provide technical inputs on successfully implementing business solutions.

As a Java Tech Lead, you would be expected to understand business requirements, represent Needle to external stakeholders, and have experience in working in agile teams.

If leading a squad that implements digital transformation solutions at the intersection of data science and AI excites you, and if our awesome bite-sized team inspires you to be a part of our quest, we think you could be the one to help build the impact, we are looking to building here. 

Lets talk!