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