Sr. Backend Developer

Position Overview: As

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture & Design:

  Design and implement scalable and high-performance backend architecture and services for our products.

• Development:

  Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in Node.js; develop and maintain backend components and microservices.

• Kafka Integration:

  Utilize Apache Kafka for building real-time data pipelines and streaming applications; ensure effective and reliable message processing.

• API Integration:

  Integrate and manage third-party APIs; design and implement RESTful APIs for internal and external use.

• Product Focus:

  Work closely with product managers and stakeholders to understand product requirements and translate them into technical specifications and solutions.

• Performance Optimization:

  Identify and address performance bottlenecks and scalability issues; optimize backend systems for performance and reliability.

• Code Reviews & Mentoring:

  Conduct code reviews; provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers and peers.

• Testing & Deployment:

  Ensure comprehensive testing of backend components; support continuous integration and deployment pipelines.

• Troubleshooting & Support:

  Troubleshoot and resolve backend issues; provide technical support and maintenance for production systems.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience:

  Minimum 6 years of experience in backend development with a strong focus on building and maintaining complex systems and products.

• Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in Node.js and related frameworks (e.g., Express, Happi).
• In-depth experience with Apache Kafka, including message brokers, streams, and producers/consumers.
• Hands-on experience with third-party API integration and management.
• Solid understanding of RESTful API design principles and practices.

• Architecture & Design:

  Experience in designing scalable and high-availability systems.

• Product Experience:

  Proven experience working on product-based applications, from conception to deployment and maintenance.

• Databases:

  Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MongoDB).

• Version Control:

  Proficiency with version control systems, especially Git.

• Cloud Platforms:

  Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional Skills:

  Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker) and orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).

• Agile Methodologies:

  Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• DevOps Practices:

  Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and related tools.

Soft Skills:

• Problem-Solving:

  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues.

• Communication:

  Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written; ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Teamwork:

  Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment; experience mentoring and guiding junior developers.

• Adaptability:

  Ability to adapt to new technologies and changing requirements in a dynamic environment.