Experience
: 3.00 + years
Salary
: Confidential (based on experience)
Shift
: (GMT+05:30) Asia/Kolkata (IST)
Opportunity Type
: Office (Thane)
Placement Type
: Full time Permanent Position
(*Note: This is a requirement for one of Uplers' client - Openleaf)What do you need for this opportunity?Must have skills required:Node.js, GolangOpenleaf is Looking for:
About Openleaf
Openleaf is an intelligent carrier integration platform transforming logistics management in India. We provide a universal API that seamlessly connects stores, marketplaces, and warehouses with any logistics partner. Our platform handles real-time shipment tracking, workflow automation, and provides AI-powered agents to enhance customer experience across the logistics ecosystem.Our platform processes high-volume API requests and manages complex logistics workflows for enterprises. We're growing rapidly and need experienced backend engineers who can scale systems efficiently under significant load.If you're looking for a typical 9-5 job or prefer to follow strict orders, Openleaf may not be the right fit for you. However, if you're eager to revolutionize the shipping experience for millions of consumers in India, then Openleaf is the perfect place.At Openleaf, every team member embodies the spirit of an entrepreneur. We're all dedicated to a single, powerful mission: simplifying and enhancing the shipping experience for the masses in India. Our work is like solving a complex puzzle, one that has been a longstanding challenge in the Indian Logistics ecosystem.If you're passionate about being part of a dynamic team that's committed to addressing this significant issue, we wholeheartedly invite you to join Openleaf. Together, we can make a substantial impact on the way shipping works in our country.
Backend Engineer (NodeJS + Golang)
We are looking for an experienced Backend Engineer to join our core team and help scale our logistics platform. You'll work directly with our CTO and founding engineers to build and optimize backend systems that handle millions of API requests daily.
As a Backend Engineer at Openleaf, you will:
- Design and develop scalable backend services using NodeJS and Golang
- Architect high-concurrency systems optimized to handle millions of API requests efficiently
- Work on platform scaling challenges and implement solutions for concurrent request management
- Optimize API performance and latency for a high-throughput logistics platform
- Build robust APIs for seamless integration with multiple logistics partners
- Collaborate with the founding team to drive technical decisions and platform direction
- Contribute to system reliability, monitoring, and infrastructure improvements
- Mentor and collaborate with team members on best practices
What We're Looking For:
Required Experience
- 3+ years of professional backend development experience
- Strong expertise in NodeJS and/or Golang
- Demonstrated experience with scaling systems and handling high concurrency
- Proven track record of optimizing high-volume API requests and distributed systems
- Deep understanding of concurrency patterns, async programming, and performance optimization
- Experience with databases, caching, and system architecture
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to write clean, maintainable code
Nice to Have
- Experience with logistics, e-commerce, or marketplace platforms
- Experience in scaling up Databases
- Knowledge of microservices architecture
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools
- Open-source contributions or public projects demonstrating scaling expertise
Portfolio Requirements:
You should have a strong portfolio demonstrating:
- Projects with significant scaling challenges you've personally solved
- Production systems handling high concurrency that you've architected or optimized
- OR experience from a previous internship or role on a well-engineered backend project
- Code samples or public repositories showcasing your backend engineering capabilities
- We are most interested in candidates who can demonstrate hands-on scaling experience and deep technical expertise.
Compensation & Benefits
- ESOPs: Significant equity stake as part of the compensation package
- Location: Mumbai Thane (On-site final round)
- Work Environment: Startup culture working directly with founders
- WFO: 6 days working from the office
Hiring Process:
Our hiring process is designed to assess your technical capabilities and fit for scaling backend systems:
CV Screening
- Shortlisting by our Founding Engineer / CTO
- Focus on scaling experience, project portfolios, and technical depth
Technical Assessment
(1-2 hours)
- Coding round evaluating problem-solving and system design
- Focus on concurrency, optimization, and backend architecture concepts
Round 1: Technical Interview
(1-1.5 hours)
- Detailed discussion of your projects, scaling challenges, and solutions
- System design discussions related to high-concurrency platforms
Round 2: In-Person Interview
at Thane Office (1-1.5 hours)
- Final round with the founding team / CTO
- Cultural fit and long-term vision alignment
- Offer discussion and role clarification
Why Join Openleaf?
- Impact: Work on a platform processing millions of logistics API requests
- Growth: Join at an early stage with significant scaling opportunities ahead
- Founders: Work directly with experienced founders and technical leadership
- Equity: Meaningful ESOPs as part of your compensation package
- Challenges: Solve real-world concurrency and scaling problems at production scale
How to apply for this opportunity?
- Step 1: Click On Apply! And Register or Login on our portal.
- Step 2: Complete the Screening Form & Upload updated Resume
- Step 3: Increase your chances to get shortlisted & meet the client for the Interview!
About Uplers:
Our goal is to make hiring reliable, simple, and fast. Our role will be to help all our talents find and apply for relevant contractual onsite opportunities and progress in their career. We will support any grievances or challenges you may face during the engagement.(Note: There are many more opportunities apart from this on the portal. Depending on the assessments you clear, you can apply for them as well).So, if you are ready for a new challenge, a great work environment, and an opportunity to take your career to the next level, don't hesitate to apply today. We are waiting for you!
