Tech Lead - Backend at Talent Pro · Bengaluru (Bangalore) · 6 - 10 years · ₹60L - ₹70L / yr · Bootstrapped · Posted 25 Feb 2026

Candidate must have 6+ years of backend engineering experience, with 1–2 years leading engineers or owning major systems.
Candidate must be from a product-based organization with a startup mindset.
Must be strong in one core backend language: Node.js, Go, Java, or Python.
Deep understanding of distributed systems, caching, high availability, and microservices architecture.
Hands-on experience with AWS/GCP, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
Strong command over system design, data structures, performance tuning, and scalable architecture
Ability to partner with Product, Data, Infrastructure, and lead end-to-end backend roadmap execution.

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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!
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DataFlow Group is a pioneering global provider of specialized Primary Source Verification (PSV) solutions, and background screening and immigration compliance services that assist public and private organizations in mitigating risks to make informed, cost-effective decisions regarding their Applicants and Registrants.
DataFlow with its best practices in this field such as a high level of data security, cutting-edge technology, rigorous processes, qualified research analysts, and a global network of over 100,000 issuing authorities, verifies professionals credentials from the primary issuer of the document - regardless of its nature.The company complements its advanced verification processes and long-standing industry expertise by adhering to the highest regulatory standards, including the Joint Commission International (JCI), International Organization for Standardization (ISO), and the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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We are looking for a Backend Architect / Lead who lives and breathes code. This isn't a role for someone who wants to delegate; it’s for a technical heavyweight who wants to own core product development, define backend architecture patterns, and build scalable, secure, and resilient systems from the ground up. You will join a fast-paced environment where we ship high-quality code under tight timelines. You’ll be expected to take full ownership of our server-side ecosystem, database design, and API layer, ensuring high availability, bulletproof operational excellence, and top-tier performance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
● Architect & Build: Design and implement complex, scalable microservices and monolithic architectures using Node.js, Express.js, and MongoDB (MERN backend stack).
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● Performance & Data Engineering: Own database optimization, query performance, indexing strategies, caching layers (Redis), and system throughput to ensure low-latency API response times.
● Technical Leadership: Establish and enforce industry best practices for REST/GraphQL API design, security standards, code reviews, and automated CI/CD pipelines.
● End-to-End Ownership: Participate in the full SDLC—from initial ideation and system design to deployment, infrastructure setup, and production monitoring on AWS
Qualifications:
● The Deep Diver: You have spearheaded at least one large-scale, complex backend project or system redesign. You can explain every architectural decision, trade-off, database schema choice, and line of code in a deep-dive technical discussion.
● Experience: You have at least 8 years of professional software development experience, with a significant focus on high-traffic, distributed backend systems.
● Tech Stack Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in Node.js, Express.js, MongoDB (Mongoose/Aggregation framework), and TypeScript. Strong hands-on experience with AWS (EC2, S3, ECS/Lambda, CloudWatch) and containerization (Docker).
● Architectural Fluency: A solid understanding of modern backend patterns (Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, Pub/Sub, Caching strategies, Message Queues like RabbitMQ/Kafka, State Management, and Authentication/Authorization protocols).
● Optimization Expert: Proven experience in tuning database performance, scaling server instances, managing connection pools, and debugging memory leaks or high CPU usage under heavy load.
● Grit & Speed: You thrive in high-pressure environments and enjoy the challenge of meeting tight deadlines without compromising on quality or system reliability.
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Company: House of EdTech (Goenka Kachave LLP)
Location: Bangalore, Hybrid
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience: 5+ Years
About the Role
House of EdTech is looking for a Senior Software Engineer – Backend to design, develop, and scale high-performance backend services and APIs supporting products used by millions of learners.
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- Design and develop scalable backend services and REST APIs.
- Build reliable systems capable of handling high traffic and large data volumes.
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- Work with microservices, databases, and distributed systems.
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- Participate in system design and architecture discussions.
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- 5+ years of professional backend development experience.
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- Experience mentoring engineers is a plus.
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- Work on products impacting millions of learners.
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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.

Required Experience: 10–15 years (with at least 3–5 years in leadership roles)
● 10–15 years of overall experience in backend engineering, with strong exposure to
Python and/or Golang.
● 3–5 years of experience managing engineering teams.
● Proven experience delivering large-scale, distributed systems in production
environments.
● Strong understanding of microservices, cloud-native architecture, and DevOps
practices.
● Hands-on background in backend engineering (able to guide teams technically, even
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● Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, observability, and performance optimization.
● Experience in financial services or high-transaction domains is a plus.
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● Excellent leadership and people management abilities.
● Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
● Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities.
● Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivery and impact.
● Passion for building engineering culture and improving developer experience.
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- Has built and scaled event-driven systems (Kafka or equivalent).
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Please find below our job description, if interested apply / reply sharing your profile to connect and discuss.
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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.
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- System Scalability & Performance: Design for high availability, implementing caching, load balancing, message queues, and database optimizations.
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About the Role:
Unico Connect is an AI-first technology partner that builds custom mobile, web, and AI products for clients across multiple geographies.
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The role is hands-on and architectural.
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System Architecture
Own the backend architecture across engagements.
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Hands-on Backend Delivery
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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.
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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
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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)
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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
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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
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