Senior PHP & React.js Developer

As a Senior Backend & Infrastructure Engineer, you will take ownership of backend systems and cloud infrastructure. You’ll work closely with our CTO and cross-functional teams (hardware, AI, frontend) to design scalable, fault- tolerant architectures and ensure reliable deployment pipelines.

1. What You’ll Do :

• Backend Development: Maintain and evolve our Node.js (TypeScript) and Python backend services with a focus on performance and scalability.
• Cloud Infrastructure: Manage our infrastructure on GCP and Firebase (Auth, Firestore, Storage, Functions, AppEngine, PubSub, Cloud Tasks). 
• Database Management: Handle Firestore and other NoSQL DBs. Lead database schema design and migration strategies.
• Pipelines & Automation: Build robust real-time and batch data pipelines. Automate CI/CD and testing for backend and frontend services.
• Monitoring & Uptime: Deploy tools for observability (logging, alerts, debugging). Ensure 99.9% uptime of critical services.
• Dev Environments: Set up and manage developer and staging environments across teams.
• Quality & Security: Drive code reviews, implement backend best practices, and enforce security standards.
• Collaboration: Partner with other engineers (AI, frontend, hardware) to integrate backend capabilities seamlessly into our global system.

Must-Haves :

• 5+ years of experience in backend development and cloud infrastructure.
• Strong expertise in Node.js (TypeScript) and/or Python.
• Advanced skills in NoSQL databases (Firestore, MongoDB, DynamoDB...).
• Deep understanding of cloud platforms, preferably GCP and Firebase.
• Hands-on experience with CI/CD, DevOps tools, and automation.
• Solid knowledge of distributed systems and performance tuning.
• Experience setting up and managing development & staging environments. 

• Proficiency in English and remote communication.

Good to have :

• Event-driven architecture experience (e.g., Pub/Sub, MQTT).
• Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Google Monitoring).
• Previous work on large-scale SaaS products.
• Knowledge of telecommunication protocols (MQTT, WebSockets, SNMP).
• Experience with edge computing on Nvidia Jetson devices.

What We Offer :

• Competitive salary for the Indian market (depending on experience).
• Remote-first culture with async-friendly communication.
• Autonomy and responsibility from day one.
• A modern stack and a fast-moving team working on cutting-edge AI and cloud infrastructure.
• A mission-driven company tackling real-world environmental challenges. 

Job Description:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science.
• Proven experience in leading a team of backend engineers
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency with fundamental front end languages such as HTML, CSS and JavaScript.
• Familiarity with Android development - kotlin, RX-java, design pattern.
• Proficiency with server-side languages such as Spring boot, Hibernate.
• Familiarity with database technology such as MySQL and MongoDB.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms(GCP).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.

# Responsibilities:

• Build the APIs and internal mechanisms of the backend across all our services.
• Architect and provide guidance on building end-to-end systems optimized for speed and scale.
• Build and lead engineering teams to achieve product roadmap milestones.
• Oversee the research and development of new products and technologies.
• Engage with inspiring designers and front-end engineers, and collaborate with leading back-end engineers as we create reliable APIs
• Represent and evangelize engineering team in events, talks, conferences, etc.
• Be available for troubleshooting in case of backend emergencies.

# Requirements:

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or any Engineering domain with experience in Software Programming.
• 2-5 years of experience building large-scale software applications.
• Highly proficient with Java and knowledge of the many intricacies of Spring Boot.
• Proficient with MongoDB and Redis. Knowledge of Aerospike, other databases would be a bonus.
• Good understanding of distributed systems (servers, databases, etc.).
• Positive and solution-oriented mindset and comfort working in a highly agile, intensely iterative software development environment.

At Testing Ground, we are looking for a person who is highly passionate about technology and automation with a focus on value-driven deliverables, wants to work, learn, and expand their capability into the start-up domain.

This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys technology, project management, process improvement, and fast pace environment.

Apply to the link below and get in touch with now!

SKILLS REQUIRED (BACKEND ENGINEER)

• A person should have a sense of ownership, hold accountability for the task allocated with a data and results-driven attitude
• Have Knack over the bigger picture while building the technology with a keen eye over the minute details
• Proficient knowledge of Backend Programming language/framework and Security Compliance
• Must be experienced in designing and building Video Platforms with live streaming features
• A person with a growth mindset, who demonstrate strong initiative for building up your own skills
• In the ability to take existing models and best practices and adapt them to our environment
• Must know agile Data Analytics tools and cloud technology with back end integration
• Must know multiple systems, servers, data sources, analytics, and management with an ability to design dashboard with plugins

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build and Design models from scratch and help product managers and stakeholders understand results
• Integration of user-facing elements developed by front-end developers with server-side logic
• Design, implement and optimize the application for maximum speed and scalability
• Management of hosting environment, Data migration, transformation, and scripting
• Streamline the process, ensuring integration and deployment of AI-driven models
• Set up and manage production infrastructure with the implementation of data storage solutions
• Help business stakeholders understand the limitations and consequences of various alternatives when planning
• Design Video making platform with a live streaming technology solution to integrate it with product
• Build data ingest and data transformation infrastructure
• Suggest creative and noble ideas to design a disruptive technology solution

BENEFITS

Remote Work | Flexibility | Flat Structure | Entrepreneurial Culture

A high degree of value on Autonomy, Flexibility, Empathy, and Mobility

An awesome work culture which has an agile team with a growth mindset

•  Candidate must haveexpereince into Php with laravel.
• Good communication skills.