KollegeApply - Backend Developer - Server Side Component

Backend Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain server-side application logic to power web and mobile platforms.
• Collaborate closely with frontend developers to seamlessly integrate UI components with backend APIs
• Write clean, modular, testable, and maintainable code following best practices.s
• Ensure applications are highly performant, scalable, and reliable with low latency.
• Implement robust security and data protection mechanisms across services and endpoints.s
• Integrate and manage data storage solutions such as MySQL, MongoDB, or other relevant databases
• Optimise codebase and database queries for efficiency, uptime, and cost-effectiveness
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience with Node.js and its core ecosystem
• Strong experience with ReactJS, JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3
• Working knowledge of MongoDB and data storage best practices
• Familiar with Express.js and RESTful API design
• Experience with Python is a strong plus
• Proficiency in Git, Linux environments, and shell scripting
• Understanding of authorisation, access control, and data protection principles
• Ability to model business logic into efficient database schemas
• Experience building scalable applications optimised for performance and uptime
  

What You'll Get

• Competitive salary + performance bonuses + ESOPs
• High ownership and fast growth opportunities
• Work alongside ex-Collegedunia leadership & product team
• Flexible work hours and remote-first culture
• Opportunity to impact the lives of millions of students