Node.js Developer

Job Title : Senior Backend Developer (Node.js + AWS + MongoDB)

Experience : 4+ Years

Location : Andheri, Mumbai (Work From Office)

About the Role :

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Backend Developer with strong expertise in Node.js (NestJS), AWS, and MongoDB to join our growing engineering team.

This role requires someone who takes ownership, is proactive, and enjoys building scalable, high-performance backend systems in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Architect, design, and develop scalable backend services using Node.js (NestJS).
• Design and manage cloud infrastructure on AWS Services (EC2, ECS, RDS, Lambda, etc.).
• Develop and maintain high-performance database solutions using MongoDB.
• Work with Kafka, Docker, and serverless frameworks (SST) for efficient deployments.
• Optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability across services.
• Ensure application security, best practices, and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust product features.
• Take end-to-end ownership of features from design to deployment.

Technical Requirements :

• 4+ years of backend development experience.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience with AWS.
• Strong experience with NestJS framework.
• Solid experience with MongoDB and database design.
• Experience with Kafka, Docker, and serverless architecture.
• Understanding of system design, scalability, and performance optimization.

Good to Have (Bonus Skills) :

• Experience with Python or other backend languages.
• Exposure to Agentic AI use cases or implementations.
• Strong understanding of security best practices.

What We’re Looking For :

• Curious mindset and eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Proactive problem solver with strong ownership attitude.
• Strong team player with effective communication skills.
• Positive, energetic, and passionate about building great systems.

About the Role

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer (Node.js) to join our engineering team in Bengaluru. The ideal candidate will have strong experience building scalable backend applications, designing APIs, and working with modern software development practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain server-side applications using Node.js.
• Design and implement RESTful APIs.
• Integrate front-end components with backend services.
• Write clean, scalable, and maintainable code.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and follow software development best practices.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience in software development.
• Strong proficiency in JavaScript and Node.js.
• Experience with RESTful API development.
• Knowledge of SQL and/or NoSQL databases.
• Experience with Git and collaborative development workflows.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.

Good to Have

• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Cloud Platforms
• Microservices Architecture
• Express.js
• MongoDB
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Backend Development

Key Responsibilities:

• Rewrite existing APIs in NodeJS.
• Remodel the APIs into Micro services-based architecture.
• Implement a caching layer wherever possible.
• Optimize the API for high performance and scalability.
• Write unit tests for API Testing.
• Automate the code testing and deployment process.

Skills Required:

1. At least 3 years of experience developing Backends using NodeJS — should be well versed with its asynchronous nature & event loop, and know its quirks and workarounds.
2. Excellent hands-on experience using MySQL or any other SQL Database.
3. Good knowledge of MongoDB or any other NoSQL Database.
4. Good knowledge of Redis, its data types, and their use cases.
5. Experience with graph-based databases like GraphQL and Neo4j.
6. Experience developing and deploying REST APIs.
7. Good knowledge of Unit Testing and available Test Frameworks.
8. Good understanding of advanced JS libraries and frameworks.
9. Experience with Web sockets, Service Workers, and Web Push Notifications.
10. Familiar with NodeJS profiling tools.
11. Proficient understanding of code versioning tools such as Git.
12. Good knowledge of creating and maintaining DevOps infrastructure on cloud platforms.
13. Should be a fast learner and a go-getter — without any fear of trying out new things Preferences.
14. Experience building a large scale social or location-based app.

• 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.

Strong proficiency with one of the Vue.js, Angular JS, React JS JavaScript Techologies
2. Knowledge of Node.js and frameworks available for it , such as Express JS, Strong Loop, etc
3. Understanding the nature of asynchronous programming and Promises and its quirks and workarounds
4. Good understanding of server-side templating languages (such as Jade, EJS, etc depending on your technology stack)
5. Good understanding of server-side CSS pre-processors such as Styles, Less
6. Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as HTML5, CSS3, and Bootstrap
7. Understanding accessibility and security compliance
8. User authentication and authorization between multiple systems(Internal or Third party), servers, and environments
9. Integration of multiple data sources and databases into one system
10. Understanding fundamental design principles behind a scalable application
11. Understanding differences between multiple delivery platforms, such as mobile vs. desktop, and optimizing output to match the specific platform
12. Implementing automated testing platforms and unit tests
13. Proficient in code versioning tools, such as Git or TFS

This role is at high growth startup providing secure video hosting to media and e-learning businesses and thus in high requirement in current market. Site is at www.vdocipher.com. Already in revenues , profitable with 2000+ business customers across 40+ countries. Serving Petabytes of online video content. 

We use API-first approach to implement new features and create developer-friendly interfaces. We have a hybrid model between monolithic and micro-service system based on separation of concern and function.

Salary range -  is 21 to 26 LPA (CTC=Gross), The wide range is to accommodate candidates based on actual experience and skill set. ESOPs will also be granted.

2 to 5+ yrs of work experience expected.

Responsibilities

1. Developing new web services
2. Implementing new features to API
3. Provide secure authentication with role-based-access-controls.
4. Ensuring inter-operability of API with diverse customer frameworks through SDKs
5. Future-proofing of the API with unit testing and extensible design
6. Write and maintain API documentation
7. Choosing the right database and information flow for new features
8. Designing and maintaining the Database schema

Required skills

* Thorough knowledge of Nodejs development ecosystem

* Understanding of security practices and exploits on the web

* Handling authentication frameworks with jwt, oauth and related technologies

* Experience with stateless server apps for horizontal scaling

* Database best practices for optimizing query performance

* Understanding applications of relational vs no-sql databases

* Understanding of version control (Git, SVN)

* Basic understanding of a front-end web environment (HTML5, CSS)

* Write clean and reusable code by following coding standards

* Understanding of writing tests and automation frameworks

Hiring Process

1. Resume Shortlisting
2. 15 min Short introductory phone call 
3. Tech Round Interview 1 (75 mins)
4. 2nd Round Interview (Tech + HR , 1 hour 45 mins)

About us:-

Zupee is India's hottest Real Money Gaming Platform

With in 1 yr of start, we just had an initial team of around 30 people, these 30 were successful to bring 10 Million+ users and an overall consumer spend of 1.5 Billion USD on the platform, the journey which needed years to be covered was covered with in 1yr. As we speak today, Zupee has been profitable for almost an year now and has ended the year 2020 with a team size of 70+ and over all growth rate was mapped around 20X.

Our user base has significantly gone up and we have invested highly in technology and have got best in class tech stack, it's time to add the backend developers who can help us scale up the platform so that we can drive profitable growth and become the market leader in our space.

Backend Developer :- (3 - 12 yrs)

What You'll Need?

• Knowledge of languages (JavaScript, Python) and frameworks/systems (nodejs)
• Strong analytical skills and aptitude
• Understanding of data architecture, software design and best coding practices
• Understanding of TCP/IP networking concepts and technologies
• Ability to learn new languages and technologies
• Experience with databases (both SQL and NoSQL)
• Familiarity with Agile development methodologies
• Working knowledge of Linux

Sr. Software Developer

Job Description:

• Writing clean, high-quality, high-performance, maintainable code
• Develop and support software including applications, database integration, interfaces, and new functionality enhancements
• Coordinate cross-functionally to insure project meets business objectives and compliance standards
• Responsible for regular enhancement of Algorithm
• Develop and support software architecture
• Responsible for DevOps planning
• Support test and deployment of new products and features
• Participate in code reviews

Skills Required:

• Excellent programming skills and knowledge of complete development process.
• Should have knowledge in PHP, CI, Node.JS, MySQL, MongoDB and Modern JavaScript.
• Knowledge of TDD tools

Qualification:

BE/B.Tech/MCA/Mtech/M.E/PHD

What you need to have:

Experience: 4 to 8 years

Annual CTC: Rupees 12,00,000 to 20,00,000