
Experience: 4+ years
We are looking for a NodeJS / full stack developer responsible for the development and maintenance of scalable backend applications. Your primary focus will be the development of NodeJS applications and their integration with frontend services like React Web App. You will be working alongside other engineers and developers working on different layers of the infrastructure. Therefore, a commitment to collaborative problem-solving, sophisticated design and the creation of quality products is essential.
- 3+ years of experience in Nodejs
- Having a good understanding & hands-On of AWS services like – IAM, Lambda, DynamoDB, ElasticCache, OpenSearch and AppSync
- Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server side logic
- Writing reusable, testable, and efficient code
- Strong proficiency with JavaScript.
- Knowledge of Node.js + Express and frameworks available for it.
- Experienced with NoSQL DB
- Design and implementation of low-latency, high-availability, and performant applications
- Implementation of security and data protection

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We are Codewits. A trusted software development consultancy based in Pune, India, offering valuable services to large and mid-sized enterprises. We are a team of young but experienced programmers who believe in their ingenious powers. We keep things simple yet effective. Our highly skilled and enthusiastic programmers have embraced new technologies, untangled complex issues and created sustainable value growth through innovative solutions and unique partnerships.
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Job Title : Lead Java Developer (Backend)
Experience Required : 8 to 15 Years
Open Positions : 5
Location : Any major metro city (Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, Hyderabad)
Work Mode : Open to Remote / Hybrid / Onsite
Notice Period : Immediate Joiner/30 Days or Less
About the Role :
- We are looking for experienced Lead Java Developers who bring not only strong backend development skills but also a product-oriented mindset and leadership capability.
- This is an opportunity to be part of high-impact digital transformation initiatives that go beyond writing code—you’ll help shape future-ready platforms and drive meaningful change.
- This role is embedded within a forward-thinking digital engineering team that thrives on co-innovation, lean delivery, and end-to-end ownership of platforms and products.
Key Responsibilities :
- Design, develop, and implement scalable backend systems using Java and Spring Boot.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to build intuitive and reliable digital products.
- Advocate and implement engineering best practices : SOLID principles, OOP, clean code, CI/CD, TDD/BDD.
- Lead Agile-based development cycles with a focus on speed, quality, and customer outcomes.
- Guide and mentor team members, fostering technical excellence and ownership.
- Utilize cloud platforms and DevOps tools to ensure performance and reliability of applications.
What We’re Looking For :
- Proven experience in Java backend development (Spring Boot, Microservices).
- 8+ Years of hands-on engineering experience with at least 2+ years in a Lead role.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
- Good understanding of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Exposure to DevOps and Infrastructure as Code practices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to design solutions from first principles.
- Prior experience in product-based or startup environments is a big plus.
Ideal Candidate Profile :
- A tech enthusiast with a passion for clean code and scalable architecture.
- Someone who thrives in collaborative, transparent, and feedback-driven environments.
- A leader who takes ownership beyond individual deliverables to drive overall team and project success.
Interview Process
- Initial Technical Screening (via platform partner)
- Technical Interview with Engineering Team
- Client-facing Final Round
Additional Info :
- Targeting profiles from product/startup backgrounds.
- Strong preference for candidates with under 1 month of notice period.
- Interviews will be fast-tracked for qualified profiles.
Responsibilities:
● Design and build scalable APIs and microservices in Node.js (or equivalent backend frameworks).
● Develop and optimize high-performance systems handling large-scale data and concurrent users.
● Ensure system security, reliability, and fault tolerance.
● Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers for seamless delivery.
● Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code with a focus on best practices.
● Contribute to architectural decisions, technology choices, and overall system design.
● Monitor, debug, and continuously improve backend performance.
● Stay updated with modern backend technologies and bring innovation into the product.
Desired Qualifications & Skillset:
● 2+ years of professional backend development experience.
● Proficiency with Node.js, Express.js, or similar frameworks.
● Strong knowledge of web application architecture, databases (SQL/NoSQL), and caching strategies.
● Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure), CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker/Kubernetes) is a plus.
● Ability to break down complex problems into scalable solutions.
● Strong logical aptitude, quick learning ability, and a proactive mindset
At least 4 years' experience as a Node.js developer.
Experience in Microservices
Extensive knowledge of JavaScript, web stacks, libraries, and frameworks.
Mandatory experience in Postgres and MySql.
Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML5 and CSS3.
Superb interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills.
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
Looking for integration of Signavio tool with other systems like Teams, SNOW, EXTOLLO, Alice etc., Optimization and automation of the processes are needed Enhance the integrations with other systems, look for optimization & automation Candidate should have good knowledge on the above languages and frameworks Hands on experience and good at handling the business connects is must Should have good communication skills & Analytical Skills Good to have: UI Frameworks like ReactJS and Angular Should be able to understand the complete framework of application/tool Understanding on the integrations & configurations with integrated DB and other technology classes layers is added advantage Good team player and be ready to work individually and also team level Education: BE/B. Tech in relevant stream and equivalent degree in computer science
- Past experience working with chatbots.
- Post-academic, real world experience in bring public-facing production projects to completion
- Improve dialog flow to handle those recurring questions / develop new actions
- Help with handling of multilingual support
- Notice Period : 0 to 30 Days
- Experience - 7+ Year's
- Work from home till pandemic

Perks
- Best hardware and software to help you get the job done in the best way possible
- Remote office allowance to support you regardless of where you work
- Learning and development allowance to help you grow your career
- Flexible leave policy to give you more control over your time.
- Health insurance for your family and you to keep you well.
Required experience and skills
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science and Engineering. Bonus: Masters degree.9+ years of total full-time work experience, preferably shipping SaaS applications.
- Startup experience strongly desired.
- Played a pivotal role in scaling a company and led teams in an agile environment where iteration has led to perfection.
- Proven track record of on time project deliveries with balanced calls on technical designs and tech debt.
- Expert proficiency in:
- 1. Ruby, Ruby on Rails, Mysql, Linux, Git, AWS, CI/CD, NewRelic.
- 2. broad range of internet technologies and applications.
- 3. interacting, building, and improving the performance of systems end-to-end.
- 4. architecting/designing complex systems
- Strong collaborator and thought partner to Product team.Driven by outcomes more than output.
- Have led projects with small, dynamic, and fast-paced teams (3-5 engineers), with great flexility and adaptability on large projects, delegating working effectively.
- Viewed by the team as their evangelist, role model and bar raiser.
- Past teams and co-workers attest to your prowess & agility in building great products, and driving sound technical decision making.Mentored engineers within and outside own team.
- High on EQ, humility, curiosity and self drive.
Responsibilities
We use a rubric / career ladder as a framework to help our engineers grow in their careers. Please refer to the SDE IV section in the rubric (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1z_51E1mZ3qf0MBuAyfHjKE1HN6h_yghAx2WMaB1z-Ms/edit?usp=sharing">click to view) to understand our expectations on your role and responsibilities.
Your responsibilities include:
- Leading completion and delivery of multiple concurrent projects with clear deliverable timelines and milestones
- Providing key input and guidance in helping to solve our most difficult and challenging issues, and providing recommendations for preventing or mitigating the effects of the issues in the future
- Identifying inconsistencies caused by lack of best practices and patterns, and proactively collaborate with the team to gather input to define and rollout new best practices
- Mentoring other engineers on increasing their impact both within and outside of their team, including identifying opportunities for them to do so
- Participate in shaping longer term technical and architectural goals in consideration of product/company strategy, organizational growth, scalability, security, and other factors
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