Senior Backend Developer

Company Description

InstaAstro is a holistic wellness platform that connects individuals with experienced astrologers worldwide. Specializing in diverse practices such as Kundli analysis, Vastu consultation, Tarot reading, Numerology, and Psychic guidance.

About the Role

You’ll be the backbone of our backend — leading the architecture, performance, and reliability of our systems. As a key member of our tech leadership, you’ll mentor developers, collaborate across teams, and build for scale.

What You'll Do

• Lead & mentor backend developers — ensuring code quality, growth, and collaboration
• Own and optimize backend logic, architecture, and performance
• Review code, set standards, and uphold engineering best practices
• Architect scalable APIs, data models, and backend systems
• Work cross-functionally with product, frontend, and DevOps teams
• Lead with empathy and foster an open, growth-driven culture
• Continuously innovate to enhance system efficiency and scalability

Requirements

• 5+ years of backend development experience
• Expertise in Python & Django (FastAPI/Celery a plus)
• Solid understanding of databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL), RESTful APIs, and caching systems (Redis/Memcached)
• Experience with cloud services (AWS/GCP/Azure) & CI/CD pipelines
• Strong architectural and scalability skills
• Leadership experience with the ability to guide and inspire teams
• High emotional intelligence and collaboration mindset

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Docker/Kubernetes & asynchronous frameworks (Celery/FastAPI)
• Familiarity with Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban)
• Prior experience in a team lead role

Why You'll Love Working with Us

• Freedom to innovate and own technical decisions
• Your work directly impacts the product and team success
• A people-first culture that values growth and collaboration
• Competitive pay, perks, and learning opportunities
• A passionate team that believes in building with purpose

📍Location: Sector 59, Noida

🕒 Joining: Immediate