AdCounty - Backend Developer - Python/Node.js

About the job :

About The Role : We are seeking an experienced Backend Developer with 3+ years of hands-on expertise in building scalable and reliable backend systems. You will play a key role in designing APIs, managing databases, ensuring system performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions.

- Design, develop, and maintain RESTful/GraphQL APIs and backend services.

- Build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend architectures.

- Implement authentication, authorization, and role-based access control.

- Work with databases (SQL & NoSQL) - data modeling, query optimization, schema design.

- Collaborate with frontend, product, and DevOps teams to deliver features end-to-end.

- Debug, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues efficiently.

- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code.

- Participate in code reviews and improve engineering best practices.

- Integrate third-party APIs and services as needed.

- Stay up to date with emerging backend technologies and bring new ideas to the team.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.

- 3+ years of backend development experience.

- Proficiency in Python (FastAPI/Django/Flask) and Node.js (Express/NestJS).

- Strong understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and messaging queues.

- Experience with databases: PostgreSQL/MySQL and MongoDB/Redis.

- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure).

- Good knowledge of security best practices (JWT, OAuth2, RBAC).

- Experience with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and unit testing frameworks.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Good to Have :

- Exposure to Kafka, RabbitMQ, or other event-driven systems.

- Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like Grafana, Prometheus, or ELK stack.

- Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Why Join Us?

- Work with a modern tech stack on high-impact projects.

- Be part of a collaborative and innovative team culture.

- Competitive salary with career growth opportunities.

- Chance to work onsite in Gurugram and collaborate closely with leadership.