Sr. Node.js Engineer

Job Title: Lead Web App Developer - Backend

Experience: 10–15 Years

Location: Bengaluru

Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Web App Developer - Backend to design and maintain scalable, cloud-based backend systems. This role demands expertise in microservices, AWS, and backend technologies to deliver efficient and high-performing applications.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain scalable backend systems for cloud-based web applications.
• Develop microservices using AWS (Lambda, SQS, SNS) and databases (MySQL, NoSQL).
• Design and implement REST APIs for seamless communication between systems.
• Create containerized solutions with Docker for efficient deployment.
• Solve real-world problems with enterprise-class product designs.
• Contribute to key decisions on product and technology direction.
• Promote frameworks, standards, and new technologies within the team.

Required Skills:

• Experience: 10+ Years in backend development; 3+ Years in large-scale, microservices-based projects.
• Backend Technologies: Proficiency in Python, Node.js, and Java.
• Cloud Expertise: Strong experience with AWS services (Lambda, SQS, SNS).
• Database Skills: Expertise in MySQL and NoSQL databases.
• Microservices Architecture: Deep understanding of distributed systems and scalability.
• DevOps Tools: Hands-on experience with Docker.
• API Development: Proven expertise in designing and consuming REST APIs.
• Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.

Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful projects with real-world applications.
• Solve complex problems in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Collaborate with a team of skilled professionals.

The key aspects of this role include:

• Design, build, and maintain scalable applications using Python.

• Contribute to the entire implementation process including driving the definition of improvements based on business need and architectural improvements.

• Act as a subject matter expert for Application Software developers and Engineers.

• Handle server-side code for a production platform and contribute to new features

To be the right fit, you'll need:

• More than 4+ years of experience as a software developer in Python, with knowledge of at least one Python web framework such as Django, Flask, etc.

• Good understanding of common design patterns and architecture principles to design reliable and Scalable applications

• Strong communication skills

• Knowledge of databases line NoSQL or MongoDB

• Good to have AWS and Docker or Web services

• Basic understanding of front-end technologies, such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Python Developer to join our team. As a Senior Python Developer, you will be responsible for developing and maintaining high-quality code for our software projects. You should have strong expertise in Python programming and extensive experience with microservices architecture. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing best practices, and ensuring the delivery of robust and scalable solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Python code for our software projects.
• Design and implement microservices architecture for scalable and efficient applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, designers, and other developers, to understand requirements and deliver optimal solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
• Identify and resolve technical challenges and performance issues.
• Optimize existing code and improve system performance.
• Contribute to architectural discussions and propose innovative solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies in Python development and microservices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• 2+ years of professional experience as a Python developer, with a focus on building robust and scalable applications.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and experience working with related technologies (e.g., Docker, AWS, service discovery,Jenkins).
• Solid knowledge of Python frameworks (e.g. Django) and libraries commonly used in microservices development.
• Experience in developing RESTful APIs and working with third-party API integrations.
• Proficiency in database systems, such as MySQL or MongoDB.
• Familiarity with code versioning tools (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle complex technical challenges.
• Ability to write clean, maintainable, and testable code following best practices.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
• Knowledge of message queue systems (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka, SQS).
• Familiarity with tools (e.g., Airflow, ELK).
• Previous experience in mentoring and providing technical guidance to junior developers.
• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in developer communities.

Roles and Responsibilities

1. Ability to work on diverse backend stack such as Node JS, Java, Express JS
2. Ability to work on diverse frontend stack such as React JS, Angular 6/7/8/9, HTML5, CSS3
3. Ability to deliver quick POC’s using cutting edge technologies.
4. Preparing reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software.
5. Design, develop, and unit test applications in accordance with established standards
6. Developing, refining, and tuning integrations between applications. Analysing and resolving technical and application problems.
7. Ability to debug application.
8. Should have complete knowledge on developing RESTful Services.
9. Should be able to also work in agile development methodology.

Competency Requirements

1. Experience in NodeJS, Java and development using AngularJS / ReactJS
2. Experience in front end frameworks such as Angular.js, React.js, Bootstrap, Foundation etc
3. Experience in client/server application development
4. Knowledge of agile development methodologies
5. Knowledge of unit testing theory
6. Knowledge of AWS cloud
7. Experience in Java, Python and Go will be added advantage

Our client is a rapid growth stage Edtech start-up focused on solving the teacher shortage crisis in the US education system using technology by bringing teachers to the classrooms and giving them access to the right tools to teach students in a highly engaging manner.

They have a development center in Mumbai and they are looking to scale up the teams in Pune and Bangalore as well.

What does the role entail:

● Design, develop, and maintain software applications using .NET Core ,C#

● Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code

● Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze requirements, design solutions, and implement new features

● Develop and implement unit tests and integration tests to ensure software quality

● Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to peers

● Lead requirements/tasks and guide/mentor junior software engineers in the development process and help them grow their technical skills

Required Skills:

● B.E/B.Tech in computer science

● 4 - 7 years of experience

● Hands-on experience following skills

MS Technologies: NET CORE 5+, C#

Backend : MSSQL/MySQL/Postgres 

● Good understanding of Cloud technologies like Azure/AWS.

● Strong understanding of Design Principles, Design patterns and Microservices Architecture.

● Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills

● Must understand full stack development frameworks including knowledge of building scalable APIs, interfaces, software components, schema design, availability, and latency preferably in a cloud environment.

● Worked in fast-paced environment product startup/startup-like culture in an Agile software development environment

• 3 - 6 Years of Experience in Golang Development
• Understands requirements well and comes up with an efficient design
• Develops complex, well-backed and bug-free products.
• Estimates accurately.
• Takes well-reasoned tech decisions keeping in mind goals and trade-offs
• Become a go-to person in more than one area. Provide technical mentoring to team
• Communicates clearly, gets clarifications, and establishes expectations for all parties
• Helps establish SDLC best practices and high standards of code quality
• Demonstrates excellent problem solving & debugging skills
• Proactively identifies and resolves issues in requirements, design, and code

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Solid experience in Golang is a must.
• Solid understanding of Apache Products.
• Should have experience in cloud computing (AWS is desired).
• Has an ability to quickly learn and contribute in multiple codebases
• Overcomes roadblocks and requires minimal oversight
• Takes initiatives to fix issues/tech debts before assigned to him/her
• Able to deep dive into the codebase and advise QA of possible regression impact
• Communicates tech decisions through design docs and tech talks
• Has delivered projects with end-to-end accountability
• Keeps track of industry trends and introduces the right tech/ tools for a given job
• Excellent understanding of software engineering practices,
• Design Patterns, Data Structures, Algorithms
• Experience in product-driven organization

HBOX is a US Based Digital Health Company, Enabling Primary Care Providers (PCP) to

capture true Virtual Care Opportunities beyond Telehealth. We enable PCP to

provide Proactive and Continuous Care and add new Recurring monthly revenue

streams without any upfront cost. With our unique distribution and business

model, we are seeing fast acceptance and great adaption with our target

customers. We have built unique and Industry's first Integrated

Hardware, Cloud & AI Technologies based Virtual care Platform for PCP

Market. We are US focused Post revenue company with customers in 7 US States

and growing extremely fast.

We want a techie at heart. Someone who is happy and curious to work on all aspects of software development. Reporting directly to the CTO, you will be responsible for feature design, development, and continuously optimizing our tech stack.

We are looking for an experienced software engineer with at least 5 years of experience in a startup or product environment. Ideally you have been involved in all aspects of software development from requirements gathering to design, development, deployment and post-release support. We are looking for all-round technical maturity. Our tech stack is Angular, Spring boot and Django/Python.

Key Skills

Java SpringBoot, PostgreSQL/MySQL, Git

AWS, REST api design, Experience integrating with external APIs

Good applied understanding of Object Oriented Programming

Good database modeling and SQL knowledge.

Anticipate how code will perform under production conditions

Understand the performance characteristics of commonly used data structures (maps, lists etc). (Optional) Experience with UI frameworks like: AngularJS/React is a big plus.

Responsibilities and Duties

Build out features across the stack: backend, API design and integration, database optimization, microservices, plugins, queues etc

Fix bugs and write automated tests

Maintain and upgrade our Tech Stack

Translate requirements to design and write/present articulate software design.

Mentor To Go is an android and web based platform to help students improve their work readiness through self-learning sessions, personalised mentorship provided by mentor professionals from a range of careers, and work experience opportunities.

The technology platform implements  functionalities such as: screening surveys of mentors and mentees, training content for mentors, matching through an algorithm, and mentorship through the delivery of structured activities. 

The application technology architecture comprises of the following:

o   a Python Django web application with NGinx and Gunicorn

o   PostgreSQL database

o   A React Android and Web app

o   Rest APIs which interact between the Android app and the Django webserver

Our vision at Mentor To Go is to provide career mentorship to young people anywhere, anytime across the length and breadth of India.

We are looking for a backend software developer who is passionate about using web technologies to solve social problems and creating experiences that are elegant and effective. You will own the back end development of features of the Mentor To Go platform from conceptualisation through design and testing, working closely with other developers, the technical project manager, and the program operations team. You are user-centric, continuously demonstrate strategic & analytical abilities, and are laser focused on executing at speed. You must have the ability to succeed in a fast paced environment, where success is dependent on your ability to collaborate with cross-functional team members in a positive, productive, and transparent way.

Minimum requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferably  CS  or related discipline  
• 3+ years experience working in Unix/Linux environments building web and mobile applications
• Proficiency in developing and deploying cloud based Python/Postgresql applications preferably using frameworks such as Django
• Experience with design and development of moderately complex software projects
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Familiarity with version control software such as Git

Desired  requirements 

• 5+ years of overall relevant work experience
• Experience building apps using React/React-Native
• Basic understanding of AWS cloud
• Ability to participate in technical discussions and help make technical trade-offs

About Mentor Together

https://mentortogether.org/">Mentor Together is India’s first and largest youth mentoring  non-profit organization with a mission to facilitate empowering mentoring relationships and networks that help young people break the inequalities of opportunity and actualise their potential.

http://bit.ly/mentortogo">Mentor To Go is the world’s first mobile mentoring platform created by Mentor Together with the support of Cisco India, LinkedIn Social Impact, British Telecom and Sterlite Technologies.