About MARKO: Marko & Brando is a Kolkata-based full-service Technology and Digital Marketing Agency with a people-first approach. We foster a dynamic work environment that promotes creativity, learning, and impactful work. Our Web and App Development Team is the heart of innovation—where tech enthusiasts build cutting-edge digital solutions in a collaborative and energetic atmosphere. JOB DESCRIPTION: Job Location: Kolkata Job Type: Full-time Job Overview: We are looking for a MERN Stack Developer with strong expertise in backend development, DevOps, and AWS. This role requires a problem solver who can architect and optimize scalable applications while ensuring smooth CI/CD and cloud management. Key Responsibilities: Backend Development: Build and maintain scalable Node.js applications and RESTful APIs. Design, develop, and optimize microservices architecture. Write clean, reusable, and high-performance code. Implement authentication, authorization, and security best practices. DevOps & AWS Management: Set up and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated deployment. Monitor and optimize AWS infrastructure (EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS, CloudWatch, etc.). Implement containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes (Preferred). Ensure system reliability, security, and scalability in cloud environments. Code Review & Optimization: Conduct thorough code reviews and ensure best practices. Optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues. Work collaboratively with front-end developers and designers. Required Skills & Experience: Backend Focus: Minimum 2 years of experience in Node.js, Express.js, and API development. DevOps & AWS: Strong understanding of AWS services and DevOps best practices. Database Management: Expertise in MongoDB and SQL databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL). Microservices & API Development: Experience in building microservices and scalable APIs. Version Control & Agile: Proficiency in Git, JIRA/Zoho, and Agile methodologies. Cloud & CI/CD: Experience in Docker, Kubernetes (Optional), and setting up CI/CD pipelines. Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex issues. Nice to Have: Experience with Next.js and WebSockets. Familiarity with message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ). Knowledge of Terraform or Ansible for infrastructure automation. Benefits: Paid Sick Time Paid Time Off Dynamic, growth-driven work culture Schedule: Monday to Friday (Fixed Day Shift) Saturday Half day work from home Ability to Commute/Relocate: Kolkata, West Bengal Experience Required: MERN Stack Development: Minimum 2 years (Backend-focused) DevOps & AWS: Minimum 1 year Show more Show less

Job Title: Google Ads Expert / Performance Marketing Specialist (Google Ads) Job Type: On-Site Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Required: 2–5 years in Google Ads / Performance Marketing Reporting To: Digital Marketing Head & Leadership About the Role: We are seeking a results-driven Google Ads Expert to join our PPC team. You will be responsible for strategizing, executing, and optimizing high-performing Google Ads campaigns across Search, Display, YouTube, and Shopping to generate qualified leads and maximize ROI. Key Responsibilities: Plan, execute, and optimize Google Ads campaigns (Search, Display, Shopping, Video, Performance Max). Conduct detailed keyword research, ad copy creation, bid strategy setup, and audience targeting. Track and analyze campaign performance using Google Ads, GA4, and other analytics tools. Set up and manage conversion tracking, pixel implementation, and UTM tagging. Continuously test and iterate on creatives, landing pages, and ad copy to improve CTR and conversions. Prepare campaign performance reports, ROI analysis, and present actionable insights. Monitor budget pacing and ensure efficient ad spend allocation across campaigns. Collaborate with creative, SEO, and web teams to ensure campaign consistency and performance. Requirements: 2–5 years of hands-on experience managing Google Ads campaigns. Google Ads Certification (Search, Display, Shopping, or Video) preferred. Strong understanding of bidding strategies, quality score, and audience segmentation. Proficiency in Google Ads, GA4, Google Tag Manager, and Google Data Studio. Experience with tools like SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Supermetrics is a plus. Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions quickly. Strong communication skills and ability to present campaign strategies and performance insights. Good to Have: Experience managing B2B and Real Estate clients Exposure to remarketing campaigns and CRM-integrated performance funnels. Experience with Meta Ads, LinkedIn Ads, or other paid platforms. Perks: Work in a growing setup with young enthusiastic team Less hierarchical in nature, direct working with the Leadership Competitive salary and performance bonuses Opportunity to work on diverse clients and high-impact campaigns Show more Show less