Senior Back End Engineer

  • Hyderabad
  • Paladin

Company Description:

Paladin is at the forefront of emergency response technology. Our flagship drone, Knighthawk, delivers real-time overhead views to first responders within 90 seconds of a 911 call, transforming situational awareness and drastically reducing response times. With LTE connectivity offering unlimited range and a substantial 55-minute battery life, Knighthawk answers over 300 calls weekly in numerous cities. Our next-gen product, EXT, extends autonomous capabilities and limitless cellular connectivity to third-party drones — all under a unified software platform. Paladin's vision is clear: within a decade, our technology will become an indispensable tool in cities globally, aiding first responders in saving lives.


Role Description:

We are looking for a dedicated Senior Back End / Full Stack Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team. This is a hybrid role based in Hyderabad, focused on both backend and frontend development. The ideal candidate will have a blend of technical prowess and the agility that comes from working in a startup environment.


Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain the front-end and back-end of our software platform.
  • Unit test all code before shipping and code review with teammates
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement new features and enhancements.
  • Handle customer bugs and requests
  • Work on performance optimization and ensure high availability and scalability of our applications.
  • Prioritize security in all backend developments and ensure best practices are followed.
  • Regularly review, refactor, and update existing code to keep up with industry best practices.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues, ensuring the highest level of performance and stability.
  • Collaborate with team members across multiple time zones.


Qualifications:

  • 4-5 years of experience as a Full Stack Engineer.
  • Proficiency with React JS, Node.js, AWS, Firebase, and Google Cloud Functions.
  • Prior experience in a startup environment is a strong advantage.
  • Experience working with teammates across different time zones.
  • Strong background in backend security is highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of C++, Python, and other programming languages is a plus.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.


Location:

  • This is a hybrid role based in Hyderabad, with flexibility for some remote work.