
Job Title: Principal Backend Engineer
Experience: 7+ Years
Location: Panchkula (Onsite)
📍 Office will move to IT Park, Chandigarh from February
Work Mode: Onsite | 5 Days a Week
About the Role
We are looking for a Principal Backend Engineer to architect, scale, and lead the development of robust backend systems. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll drive technical decisions, mentor engineers, collaborate closely with clients and product teams, and help modernize platforms using scalable architectures and emerging technologies, including AI/ML where relevant.
Tech Stack
- Backend: PHP (Laravel / CodeIgniter), Node.js
- Databases: MySQL, MongoDB
- Architecture: Microservices / Modular Monolith
- Cloud (Good to Have): AWS / GCP
Key Responsibilities
Backend Architecture & Development
- Own and evolve backend architecture across PHP and Node.js services
- Design and review scalable, maintainable systems (microservices or modular monoliths)
- Manage and optimize integrations across MySQL and MongoDB (data modeling, indexing, performance tuning)
Technical Leadership
- Lead system design discussions, architecture reviews, and code quality initiatives
- Establish backend development standards, best practices, and documentation
- Mentor mid and senior engineers on design patterns, testing strategies, and CI/CD pipelines
- Drive decisions around refactoring legacy systems and platform modernization
Client & Stakeholder Communication
- Act as the technical SPOC for backend architecture and integrations
- Translate business and product requirements into technical solutions
- Explain trade-offs, constraints, and backend workflows to non-technical stakeholders
- Present PoCs and technical approaches confidently to clients
AI & ML Integration (Strategic / Optional)
- Identify backend use cases for AI such as personalization, recommendations, fraud detection, or data enrichment
- Design backend APIs, services, or cron jobs that interact with AI/ML models
- Collaborate with data teams and stay updated on AI tools/APIs (e.g., OpenAI, LangChain)
Scalability, Security & Performance
- Ensure API security, role-based access control, and rate limiting
- Optimize system performance using caching, queues, and query optimization
- Plan and support horizontal/vertical scaling on cloud infrastructure
What We’re Looking For
- 8+ years of backend development experience in PHP and/or Node.js
- Strong expertise in database design (MySQL & MongoDB)
- Proven experience leading architecture decisions and mentoring engineers
- Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts to clients and stakeholders
- Proactive mindset toward scalability, performance, and system resilience
- Bonus: Experience or curiosity around AI APIs and real-world AI integration
Why Join uEngage?
- Work on high-impact systems used by thousands of users
- Collaborate with product, design, data, and client teams
- High ownership and freedom to architect and innovate
- Competitive compensation and a collaborative work culture

About NeoGenCode Technologies Pvt Ltd
About
Welcome to Neogencode Technologies, an IT services and consulting firm that provides innovative solutions to help businesses achieve their goals. Our team of experienced professionals is committed to providing tailored services to meet the specific needs of each client. Our comprehensive range of services includes software development, web design and development, mobile app development, cloud computing, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and skilled resource acquisition. We specialize in helping our clients find the right skilled resources to meet their unique business needs. At Neogencode Technologies, we prioritize communication and collaboration with our clients, striving to understand their unique challenges and provide customized solutions that exceed their expectations. We value long-term partnerships with our clients and are committed to delivering exceptional service at every stage of the engagement. Whether you are a small business looking to improve your processes or a large enterprise seeking to stay ahead of the competition, Neogencode Technologies has the expertise and experience to help you succeed. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your business growth and provide skilled resources to meet your business needs.
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