Senior Backend Developer

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

Title: Sr Software Engineer, Backend

Level: L3 

Location: Hyderabad, India

Department: Engineering

Company

Talent Systems, LLC is the leading technology solution provider for casting and auditioning to the entertainment industry. Casting directors and agents worldwide use Talent Systems’ portfolio of products to source and manage talent across film, television, commercials, theater and digital projects, powering an unparalleled, global casting software ecosystem. 

We are headquartered in Los Angeles and operate in the US, Canada, UK, Australia and India. Our portfolio brands include Casting Networks, Spotlight, Cast It Systems, Cast It Talent, Casting Frontier, Staff Me Up, Cast It Reach & Tagmin.

Company Core Values

Job Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our backend team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Node.js and TypeScript, with a solid understanding of backend development best practices. Experience with the AWS ecosystem and working knowledge of Elasticsearch or similar caching/search technologies is essential. Familiarity with Docker, CI/CD pipelines, and PostgreSQL is also required. Knowledge of React.js is a plus.

• Required:
• 5+ years of experience in backend software development.
• Strong proficiency with Node.js and TypeScript.
• Demonstrated experience in architecting and implementing microservice architectures.
• Extensive experience with AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, etc.
• Hands-on experience with Elasticsearch or similar caching/search technologies.
• Proficient with Docker and container orchestration concepts.
• Expertise in designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
• Solid experience with PostgreSQL, including schema design and query optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Preferred:
• Strong knowledge of testing methodologies, including integration testing frameworks and best practices.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and version control systems like Git.
• Familiarity with React.js is a plus but not mandatory.
• Ability to mentor and lead junior developers effectively.

• Soft skills:
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams from different cultures and geolocations. 
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a customer-first mindset.
• Design, and develop scalable and maintainable backend services using Node.js and TypeScript.
• Drive the design and implementation of microservice-based architectures to support our platform’s scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with frontend engineers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality, robust software solutions.
• Implement and optimize search and caching solutions using Elasticsearch or similar technologies.
• Build, maintain, and optimize containerized applications using Docker.
• Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient and reliable software delivery.
• Utilize AWS services extensively to deploy, monitor, and scale backend applications.
• Design, optimize, and maintain PostgreSQL databases, including schema design and query performance tuning.
• Lead code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and promote best practices in software engineering and architecture.
• Deliver high-quality features on time by maintaining a balance between speed and precision.
• Participate in sprint planning, daily standups, and code reviews, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

Are you passionate about backend development and building scalable applications? Join our growing team!

Technical Skills:

• Extensive experience in programming/scripting languages and frameworks in at least two Node.js, Java Springboot, and Python.
• Understanding of architectural patterns like Flux and MVC is a desirable
• Work experience in REST API service, Socket connections, and mechanisms to handle real-time async data is important.
• Strong knowledge in OOPS, GIT, SQL/nonSQL DB (such as Elastic DB, Mongo DB, MySQL), Design Patterns
• Preferred to have experience with microservices, API gateway, AAA service
• Good knowledge of coding standards, design patterns, unit testing frameworks, TDD, CI/CD practices.

Must have previous experience in leading a team-

• Experience with RESTful web services, CSS, and HTML5 is desirable-
• Experience with designing and building APIs with REST/Microservices
• Good to know about AWS Lambda & supporting configuration knowledge. Knowledge of any of the serverless frameworks like Serverless, AWS SAM would be an advantage.-
• Good to know of API Gateway and CloudFront.-

👉 Required Skills:

• Strong experience with Node.js
• Hands-on expertise in Payment Gateway Integration
• Proficient in MySQL Database Management
• Knowledge of Socket Programming is a big plus!

Job Summary: We are looking for a proficient PHP Full Stack Developer specializing in Laravel to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth knowledge and hands-oJob Summary:

We are looking for a proficient PHP Full Stack Developer specializing in Laravel to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience in Laravel framework development, along with proficiency in front-end technologies. You will be responsible for building and maintaining robust web applications, ensuring high performance, and contributing to the entire software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and maintain scalable web applications using PHP with a focus on Laravel framework.

Design and develop efficient, reusable, and reliable code for both front-end and back-end components.

Collaborate closely with the design and product teams to translate UI/UX design wireframes into functional web applications.

Create and optimize database schemas and queries (MySQL, MongoDB, etc.) for performance and reliability.

Implement and maintain RESTful APIs for seamless integration with front-end interfaces.

Conduct code reviews, debugging, and troubleshooting to maintain code quality, performance, and application stability.

Role Description of Senior Software Engineer (.Net) – Full Stack

Your role would primarily be to strengthen our product by building and adding new product and improving the existing product features on the platform to improve existing offerings like

1. AI enabled remote proctoring and video-based Virtual Examination Solutions
2. Coding Skills Evaluation Solution for 15+ programming languages
3. Interview Product Like AonLive for corporates to virtually interview candidates.
4. CoCubes Assessment to assess candidates and apply for Jobs

The position will be based out of Gurgaon.

Primary Responsibilities

• .Net programming to build a world class product which is scalable and secure (model to be used by millions of users)
• Responsible for designing and appropriately structuring of code, developing modules, testing and productionalizing the modules with minimal handholding.
• Own the delivery of modules with minimal supervision and ensure delivery as per release plan
• Deliver product releases in rapid iterations; manage risks, dependencies, quality issues, delivery and integration timelines
• Contribute individually as well as manage a small team of junior resources
• Ensure compliance with guidelines, framework and best practices of the organization
• Work with global team and global products

Experience

• 3-6 years of strong experience in C#, Asp.Net/MVC/Razor Pages, SQL, Java Script, Jquery/Angular JS and HTML
  • Strong programming and web development expertise in ASP.Net
  • Experienced in handling end to end modules / client delivery independently
  • Should have managed junior team members

Desired Qualifications / Traits

• Good business acumen and analytical / problem solving abilities (including eye for detail)
  • Self driven, persistent, action oriented and goal driven
  • Integrity and professionalism in work

We Strongly Believe in

• Work Life Balance – Maintain a healthy balance between your work and personal life.
• Open Culture– We encourage open communication and feedback. Every one is easily approachable. No closed work cubicle in the office.
• Empowerment–Employees are given certain degree of autonomy and responsibility for decision making.
• Fun at Work – We believe fun and work go hand in hand. Parties and celebrating various occasions are integral part of the culture.
• Learning & Development–Through periodic AON training programs, focus is to keep improving employee’s technical and business skill.

Compensation
Compensation is best in the industry depending on experience and skills.

Tech9 India is looking for a mid-senior software engineer who is an expert with Nodejs and MongoDB.  This is a great opportunity to work with a company that has a primary focus of making our customers happy by delivering value, without all the burdensome policies and rules that have become typical for outsourced software development companies.

If you are looking for a change this is what we can promise you:

• You will have challenging problems to solve
• You will have flexibility and autonomy to solve problems and deliver solutions
• We will provide a highly collaborative environment with skilled and super friendly teammates
• We will fully support you in developing software the right way
• We won't burden you with useless policies and procedures
• We will provide you the tools you need to do your job right

If this sounds attractive please apply! We'd love to talk to you!

Responsibilities:

• Work with cross-functional teams, using agile practices, write, debug and deliver code
• Produce solid, thoroughly tested features

Requirements:

• Mid level roles require at least 3 years of experience in Nodejs senior roles require at least 4 years of experience with Node.
• At least 3 years of experience developing in HTML and CSS
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with product managers and scrum teams to effectively translate business requirements into workflows 
• Demonstrated ability to remove problems and overcome roadblocks
• Cloud platform experience 
• Hands-on experience with APIs, microservices
• Multiple years of experience delivery solutions through an Agile delivery methodology
• Ability to understand complex systems and solve challenging analytical problems
• Ability to leverage multiple tools and programming languages to analyze and manipulate data sets from disparate data sources
• Strong problem solving skills and critical thinking ability

Responsibilities:

• Build reusable code and libraries for future use.
• Own & build new modules/features end-to-end independently.
• Collaborate with other team members and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Thorough understanding of Node.js, JavaScript, its quirks, and workarounds.
• Excellence in at least one framework like strongloop loopback, express.js, sail.js etc.
• Excellence in at least one Javascript framework like Angular, vue.js, Ember, React or Backbone.
• Basic architectural understanding of modern day web applications.
• Diligence for coding standards.
• Must be good with git and git workflow.
• Experience of external integrations is a plus.
• Working knowledge of AWS, GCC, Azure.
• Expertise with linux based systems.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like jenkins is a plus.
• Experience with testing and automation frameworks.
• Extensive understanding of RDBMS systems.
• Interpersonal Go-getter attitude and a passion for making killer web applications.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in a high pressure environment.
• Ability to quickly understand complex problems and devise effective solutions.
• Knowledge of D3/NodeJS/AngularJS/lodash etc.
• Experience on Cloud as a platform or Infrastructure.
• Inclination to application design standards.