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Backend Developers

• Contract To Hire (Initial Engagement: 6 months)

Experience: 5+ years

Mandatory Skills:

● Node.js

● Python

● MongoDB

● PostgreSQL

● REST API design and development

● Backend architecture and service design

● Database design, indexing and query optimisation

● Performance tuning

● Authentication/authorisation

● Third-party integrations

● Asynchronous processing and background jobs

● Logging, monitoring and debugging

● Git and collaborative development

● Scalable, maintainable and testable backend services

● Architecture discussions, code reviews, debugging and production support

Good to have:

● Microservices

● Docker

● Cloud platforms

● Redis

● Message queues

● CI/CD

● Observability

Senior Backend Engineer

Node.js, System Design & Production Platforms

📍 Mumbai (On-site) | Full-time | 5+ years

About the Role:

Unico Connect is an AI-first technology partner that builds custom mobile, web, and AI products for clients across multiple geographies.

We are hiring a Senior Backend Engineer to own the backend architecture of a complex production AI platform on a dedicated client engagement: API design and data modelling, multi-tenancy, orchestration of long-running agent workloads, and the services that manage user projects and generated output.

We are open to full stack engineers whose primary strength and interest is backend. If you have shipped full stack work but the backend is where you do your deepest engineering, you are a fit for this role.

The mandatory requirement for this role is hands-on production experience as a senior backend engineer building complex, scalable systems in Node.js, with end-to-end ownership of architecture, data, and operations on at least one live platform.

The role is hands-on and architectural.

Expect to design system architecture, lead a small group of backend engineers, build the hardest parts yourself, set engineering standards, and partner closely with frontend, AI, and DevOps engineers.

A typical week includes an architecture decision on a new service, hands-on implementation of a critical path, a code review with mid-level engineers, and a working session with the AI engineer on an integration contract.

Responsibilities:

System Architecture

Own the backend architecture across engagements.

Make and document decisions on service boundaries, data models, API contracts, deployment topology, and trade-offs.

Hands-on Backend Delivery

Lead by example on complex modules, performance-critical paths, and high-risk areas using Node.js (Express, NestJS, Fastify) with TypeScript.

Pick up Python (FastAPI) where engagements require it.

Database Design and Performance

Drive PostgreSQL schema design, indexing, query optimisation, migrations, and capacity planning.

Set the data-modelling standard across the pod.

Caching, Queues, and Workflows

Design caching (Redis), event-driven patterns (Kafka, RabbitMQ, SQS, NATS), and long-running workflow orchestration (Temporal, BullMQ, Celery, or equivalent).

Handle retries, idempotency, and failure recovery.

Multi-Tenancy and Platform Patterns

Design and implement multi-tenant data isolation, RBAC, audit logging, and resource quotas appropriate to enterprise-grade products.

API and Integration Design

Set the standard for REST, GraphQL, and gRPC contracts.

Drive versioning, authentication (OAuth, JWT, SSO), security by default, and developer ergonomics.

Observability and Operations

Instrument services with OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, and Grafana.

Define SLOs, lead incident response, and write postmortems.

Code Quality and Mentorship

Run code reviews, define conventions, mentor mid-level engineers, and raise the engineering bar.

AI-Assisted Engineering Discipline

Use Claude, Cursor, and similar tools day to day.

Set the team standard for prompts, patterns, AI-assisted review, and validation of AI-generated backend code.

Client Engagement

Represent Unico Connect in technical conversations with customers.

Defend architectural decisions, communicate trade-offs, and manage scope.

Requirements:

Hands-on Production Experience as a Senior or Lead Backend Engineer in Node.js (Mandatory)

Must have personally built and shipped complex production systems in Node.js, owning architecture, data, and operations on at least one live engagement.

Full stack engineers whose deepest work is on the backend qualify.

POCs and internal tools alone do not qualify.

5+ Years of Professional Backend Engineering Experience

With at least 1 to 2 years in a senior or lead role with direct responsibility for technical decisions and team output.

Deep Node.js and TypeScript Proficiency

Strong with Express, NestJS, or Fastify.

Comfort with async patterns, streams, worker threads, and performance profiling.

Python as a Strong Plus

Hands-on production experience with FastAPI, Django, or Flask is a meaningful advantage.

Willingness and demonstrated ability to pick up Python as engagements demand is required.

PostgreSQL Depth

Schema design, normalisation, indexing, query performance, migrations, and at least one production system where you owned the data model end to end.

Caching and Event-Driven Architecture

Hands-on with Redis (or equivalent) and message queues or event-driven patterns (RabbitMQ, SQS, Kafka, NATS).

AWS Depth

Hands-on production experience with EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, VPC, ECR, and at least one of EKS, ECS, or Lambda.

Comfort owning deployment, monitoring, and cost.

System Design and End-to-End Ownership

Able to take an ambiguous problem, break it into components, evaluate alternatives, produce an architecture that holds up under review and load, plan execution, and ship with limited supervision.

AI-Assisted Engineering Experience

Daily use of Claude, Cursor, Copilot, or equivalent.

Strong discipline for reviewing and validating AI-generated backend code.

Excellent Written and Spoken English

Experience working directly with international clients.

Confident defending architectural choices in writing and in review.

Nice to Have:

• Workflow orchestration (Temporal, Airflow)
• GraphQL (Apollo, gRPC)
• Sandboxed execution environments
• Multi-tenant SaaS experience
• OpenTelemetry instrumentation
• Prior agency or consulting experience

Job Overview

Architect and build scalable, high-performance backend systems while working on mission-critical platforms that process real-time market data and portfolio analytics. The role also involves leveraging Generative AI capabilities to enhance data intelligence, automation, and user-facing features, while ensuring regulatory compliance and secure financial transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using NodeJS and Python
• Build event-driven architectures using RabbitMQ and Kafka for real-time data processing
• Develop and manage data pipelines integrating PostgreSQL and BigQuery for analytics and warehousing
• Integrate and deploy Generative AI models (LLMs, embeddings, AI APIs) into backend systems for automation, insights, and intelligent workflows
• Design AI-powered features such as recommendation systems, document processing, or conversational interfaces
• Ensure system reliability, security, and low-latency performance for mission-critical systems
• Lead technical design discussions, conduct code reviews, and mentor junior engineers
• Optimize database queries, implement caching strategies, and improve overall system performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end product features
• Implement monitoring, logging, and observability solutions

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional backend development experience
• Strong expertise in NodeJS and Python for production-grade applications
• Proven experience building RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Experience working with Generative AI frameworks/APIs (OpenAI, LangChain, vector databases, prompt engineering)
• Understanding of integrating LLMs into production systems (RAG, embeddings, fine-tuning basics)
• Strong proficiency in PostgreSQL, including query optimization and schema design
• Hands-on experience with RabbitMQ and Kafka
• Experience with BigQuery or similar data warehousing solutions
• Solid understanding of distributed systems, scalability patterns, and high-traffic applications
• Strong knowledge of authentication, authorization, and security best practices
• Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern development workflows
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills
• Exposure to fintech or financial services, cloud platforms (GCP/AWS/Azure), Docker/Kubernetes, caching tools (Redis/Memcached), and regulatory requirements (KYC, compliance, data privacy) is a plus

Apply directly at: https://wohlig.keka.com/careers/jobdetails/136351

About VerbaFlo.ai

VerbaFlo.ai is a fast-growing AI SaaS startup revolutionizing how businesses leverage AI-powered solutions. As a part of our dynamic team, you’ll work alongside industry leaders and visionaries to drive innovation and execution across multiple functions.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer to design and develop user-friendly, scalable, and high-performance web applications. This role requires deep expertise in backend technologies, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend systems, APIs, and data pipelines.
• Collaborate closely with frontend engineers, product managers, and AI teams to deliver cohesive features and seamless user experiences.
• Ensure the reliability, security, and performance of backend systems.
• Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code using modern backend practices.
• Implement automated testing, CI/CD workflows, and infrastructure as code (where applicable).
• Own the end-to-end lifecycle of backend features, from architecture to deployment.
• Monitor production systems and resolve performance and scalability issues.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and help evolve our engineering best practices.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of experience in backend development in startups, preferably in SaaS or AI-driven products.
• Proficiency in Node.js, Python, or Go
• Deep understanding of RESTful API design.
• Strong experience with databases: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, ElasticSearch.
• Exposure to message queues, job schedulers, or event-driven architectures (e.g., SQS, Celery, etc).
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with Git, CI/CD tools, and writing unit/integration tests.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a mindset geared toward performance and security.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Work directly with top leadership in a high-impact role.
• Be part of an innovative and fast-growing AI startup.
• Opportunity to take ownership of key projects and drive efficiency.
• A collaborative, ambitious, and fast-paced work environment.
• Perks & Benefits: gym membership benefit, workation policy, and company-sponsored lunch.

If you’re looking for an exciting role that combines strategy, execution, and leadership exposure, we’d love to hear from you!

Technical Expertise

• Proficiency in Node.js or Python – Hands-on experience with backend development frameworks

and best practices.

• Expertise in SQL/NoSQL Databases – Strong experience with MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or

DynamoDB.

• ElasticSearch & API Development – Strong knowledge of REST APIs, ElasticSearch, and high-

availability system design.

• Cloud & DevOps – Hands-on experience with AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines.

• Data Structures & Algorithms – Strong command over data structures, algorithms, OOD, and

design patterns.

• Version Control & Deployment – Experience with Git, GitHub Actions, and other deployment

systems.

• High-Performance Systems – Implemented solutions that handle high availability, concurrency,

and low-latency requirements.

About the Role

Unico Connect is an AI-first technology partner that builds custom mobile, web, and AI products for clients across multiple geographies. We are hiring a Backend Engineer for a dedicated client engagement building an AI-powered application builder platform.

The backend is the operational core of the product: it manages user projects and sessions, coordinates long-running AI agent workloads, maintains project state, and serves as the integration layer between the frontend, the AI system, and the underlying infrastructure.

The mandatory requirement is hands-on production experience shipping Node.js services, with end-to-end ownership of API design, data modelling, and at least one production system involving background job processing or event-driven patterns.

Responsibilities

API and service development: Design and build REST APIs in Node.js with TypeScript. Cover authentication, session management, input validation, structured error handling, streaming responses (SSE, WebSockets), and rate limiting. Maintain clean API contracts that the frontend and AI system can rely on.

Database design and management: Own PostgreSQL schema design for product domains including user accounts, projects, file trees, session state, and generated artefacts. Write efficient queries, manage migrations, and optimise for read patterns that serve a real-time editor experience.

Caching strategy: Implement and maintain caching with Redis for session data, project state, and frequently read configuration. Design cache invalidation logic that keeps the editor experience consistent without stale reads.

Queue and background job management: Implement and operate background job infrastructure using BullMQ or equivalent. AI agent runs are long-running and stateful; handle retries, failure states, priority queues, and concurrency limits.

AI system integration: Build the integration layer between the backend and the AI agent system. Manage job dispatch, result handling, streaming output to the frontend, and error propagation.

Multi-tenancy and access control: Implement tenant data isolation, RBAC, and resource ownership enforcement across all API surfaces.

Observability and reliability: Instrument services with structured logging, metrics, and tracing. Write defensive code with sensible timeouts, fallback behaviour, and circuit breaking on external dependencies.

Testing and code quality: Write unit and integration tests for the services you ship. Review the work of peers and contribute to shared engineering conventions.

Requirements

• Hands-on production Node.js experience (mandatory) — must have personally shipped at least one feature area end to end in a production Node.js service, owning API design, data modelling, and testing.

• 3 to 5 years of professional backend engineering experience. Candidates with slightly less time but strong demonstrated ownership are welcome to apply.

• Strong Node.js and TypeScript. Production experience with Express, NestJS, or Fastify. Solid with async patterns, streaming, error handling, and building services that run reliably under sustained load.

• PostgreSQL depth. Schema design, query writing, indexing, and migrations on at least one production system.

• Redis and caching. Production experience using Redis for caching and session management. Understands cache invalidation trade-offs.

• Queue and background job systems. Hands-on with BullMQ, RabbitMQ, SQS, or equivalent. Experience managing retries, dead-letter queues, job priority, and concurrency control.

• AWS working knowledge. Comfortable with EC2, S3, RDS, SQS, and IAM. Familiar with Docker and basic deployment and environment management.

• Strong written and spoken English. Able to communicate clearly with engineers across disciplines and write precise technical documentation.

Nice to Have

Experience integrating with AI or LLM services (streaming responses, structured outputs, retry patterns); WebSocket or SSE implementation for real-time features; multi-tenant SaaS product experience; GraphQL; OpenTelemetry instrumentation; prior work on developer tools or editor-style products.

About NonStop io Technologies

NonStop io Technologies is a value-driven company with a strong focus on process-oriented software engineering. We specialize in Product Development and have a decade's worth of experience in building web and mobile applications across various domains. NonStop io Technologies follows core principles that guide its operations and believes in staying invested in a product's vision for the long term. We are a small but proud group of individuals who believe in the 'givers gain' philosophy and strive to provide value in order to seek value. We are committed to and specialize in building cutting-edge technology products and serving as trusted technology partners for startups and enterprises. We pride ourselves on fostering innovation, learning, and community engagement. Join us to work on impactful projects in a collaborative and vibrant environment.

Brief Description

We're seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer/Tech Lead to join our team. As a backend engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and deploying scalable backends for the products we build at NonStop. This includes APIs, databases, and server-side logic. Also, guiding the mentoring the junior team members

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deploy backend systems, including APIs, databases, and server-side logic
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code that adheres to industry standards and best practices
• Code Quality: Ensure code quality through code reviews, adherence to best practices, and continuous improvement
• Mentorship: Guide and mentor team members, fostering growth and innovation
• Collaboration: Work closely with stakeholders to align technical goals with business objectives
• Problem-Solving: Analyze and resolve technical challenges promptly
• Innovation: Stay updated with the latest technology trends and integrate them into solutions

Requirements

• At least 5+ years of experience building scalable and reliable backend systems
• Strong expertise in NodeJS/NestJS, Express, PostgreSQL
• Experience with microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Proficiency in database design (SQL and NoSQL)
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and CI/CD pipelines
• Deep understanding of design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
• Hands-on experience with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes
• Familiarity with Frontend Development Technologies (React, JavaScript, HTML, CSS)
• Exceptional communication and leadership skills
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns
• Familiarity with automated testing frameworks and methodologies
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively lead and maintain a collaborative team environment

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on a cutting-edge healthcare product
• A collaborative and learning-driven environment
• Exposure to AI and software engineering innovations
• Excellent work ethic and culture

If you're passionate about technology and want to work on impactful projects, we'd love to hear from you!

Role Description: As a Senior Back-End Developer at Ease Commerce, you will design, build, and maintain scalable server-side applications that power our CRM platform. This full-time, on-site role based in Indore involves architecting APIs, optimizing database structures, and ensuring secure, high-performance integrations with front-end interfaces and third-party services. You will review code, mentor developers, and collaborate closely with product, QA, and front-end teams to deliver robust features and enhancements. Day-to-day responsibilities include writing clean, efficient code, troubleshooting production issues, improving system reliability, and contributing to technical decision-making and best practices.

Qualifications

• Develop and maintain backend services and APIs primarily using Node.js.
• Contribute to building scalable and efficient applications.
• Work with frontend teams where required to support full stack development needs.
• Code Quality & Collaboration
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-structured code following best practices.
• Participate in code reviews and collaborate with team members to improve code quality.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver features on time.
• Problem Solving & Debugging
• Troubleshoot and debug application issues.
• Optimize performance and improve reliability of backend systems.
• Security & Best Practices
• Implement authentication and authorization mechanisms to ensure secure access to applications.
• Follow security and development best practices across services.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in Node.js development.
• Experience with any one of the Node.js frameworks: Fastify, Express, or NestJS.
• Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiarity with authentication and authorization mechanisms.
• Good problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
• Background in designing scalable architectures for SaaS or CRM products is highly beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in Indore, collaborate in cross-functional teams, and mentor junior developers.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

At BigThinkCode, our technology solves complex problems. We are looking for talented back-end (node.JS) engineer to join our at Chennai.

Please find below our job description, if interested apply / reply sharing your profile to connect and discuss.

Company: BigThinkCode Technologies

URL: https://www.bigthinkcode.com/

Experience required: 3-4 years

Work location: Chennai

Joining time: Immediate – 4 weeks

Work Mode: Work from office / Hybrid

Must have skills:

·      Hands on expertise in OOJS, node.js, distributed systems.

·      Event drive architecture (EDA) microservices project experience MUST

·      Any programming: Typescript or nodeJS or Golang

·      Hands on experience using docket containers and Kubernetes.

·      Aware about Asynchronous and Loose Coupling.

·      Familiar with API’s gateway and microservice design patterns.

A skilled Node.js Developer with 5+ years of experience in building scalable applications using event-driven architecture within distributed systems. The ideal candidate should be comfortable in high-performance backend services and have a strong understanding of asynchronous programming patterns.

Experience or exposure to knowledge embedding and vectorization techniques is a strong plus, especially in the context of modern data-driven or AI-powered systems.

Required Skills

·      5+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js

·      Strong understanding of event-driven architecture and non-blocking I/O

·      Experience working with distributed systems and microservices architecture

·      Proficiency in RESTful API design and implementation

·      Experience with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, or MySQL

·      Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes

Key Responsibilities

·      Design, develop, and maintain server-side applications using Node.js

·      Build and optimize scalable, event-driven systems in distributed environments

·      Implement asynchronous workflows, message queues, and pub/sub architectures

·      Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and deliver backend solutions

Good to Have 

·      Experience with knowledge embedding and vectorization techniques

·      Familiarity with vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Weaviate, FAISS)

·      Understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

Why Join Us:

·      Collaborative work environment.

·      Exposure to modern tools and scalable application architectures.

·      Medical cover for employee and eligible dependents.

·      Tax beneficial salary structure.

·      Comprehensive leave policy

·      Competency development training programs.

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Backend Developer with strong Node.js experience to join our development team. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in building scalable, secure, and high-performance backend applications and APIs.

You will work closely with frontend developers, product managers, and other engineering teams to design, develop, test, and maintain backend services and applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications using Node.js.
• Build and maintain RESTful APIs and backend services.
• Write clean, reusable, maintainable, and efficient code.
• Work with databases such as MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, or similar.
• Integrate third-party APIs and external services.
• Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices.
• Optimize application performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Identify and resolve bugs, performance issues, and production problems.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure application quality.
• Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate APIs with web/mobile applications.
• Participate in code reviews and follow development best practices.
• Work with Git and standard CI/CD and deployment processes.
• Contribute to system design and technical discussions.

Required Skills

• 2–6 years of professional experience in backend development.
• Strong hands-on experience with Node.js.
• Good knowledge of JavaScript and/or TypeScript.
• Strong understanding of REST APIs, HTTP, JSON, and API design.
• Experience with Express.js, NestJS, or similar Node.js frameworks.
• Good understanding of relational or NoSQL databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MongoDB.
• Knowledge of SQL and database design.
• Experience with Git/GitHub/GitLab/Bitbucket.
• Understanding of authentication mechanisms such as JWT/OAuth.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Good understanding of data structures, algorithms, and backend architecture.

Good to Have

• Experience with TypeScript.
• Knowledge of AWS / Azure / GCP.
• Experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other caching/message queue technologies.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.