Backend Engineer

  • Gurugram
  • Unreal Gigs
What We Are Looking For We seek individuals who embody speed, passion, attention to detail, a "get it done" attitude, and a commitment to long-term collaboration. A first-principles approach and a team-oriented mindset with zero insecurities are essential. This role offers extensive learning opportunities. Requirements Responsibilities Develop new services to address critical product and business requirements. Architect scalable systems using modern cloud technology and industry best practices. Articulate a long-term vision for maintaining and scaling our backend systems and the teams overseeing them. Collaborate with engineers, designers, product managers, and senior leadership to translate product and technical visions into tangible quarterly roadmaps. Write high-quality, well-tested code to meet customer needs. Requirements & Qualifications 3-7 years of recent hands-on coding and software design experience. Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field. Proven track record of completing projects on time, demonstrating flawless execution rather than procrastination. Satisfaction derived from overcoming challenging tasks and delivering exceptional results. Experience across all stages of the software development life cycle, adhering to best practices and Agile methodologies. Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and software design principles, with the ability to develop extensible, reusable software that aligns with architectural objectives. Establish best practices for backend software engineering. Proficiency with Node.js, PostgreSQL, in-memory databases like Redis, and messaging queues such as RabbitMQ/Kafka. Skills Node.js (NodeJS) PostgreSQL Redis Apache Kafka RabbitMQ Benefits Competitive salary commensurate with experience, in the range of $120,000 to $170,000 annually. Health insurance coverage, including medical, dental, and vision. Generous vacation and paid time off policies to support work-life balance. Professional development opportunities, including workshops, conferences, and training programs. Collaborative and dynamic work environment fostering innovation and growth. Equity ownership options for eligible employees.