Job Title : Backend Developer - Node.js

Location : Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore

Experience : 3 to 5 Years (Total and Relevant)

Shift Timing : Morning Shift

Note : Candidates with prior experience in product-based or startup environments will be preferred.

About the Role :

We are looking for a Backend Developer with strong expertise in Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript to build scalable backend systems and cloud-native services. The role focuses on API development, serverless architecture on AWS, and building reliable, secure, high-performance backend systems.

You will work closely with Product, Frontend, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver production-grade solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

- Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript

- Build, version, and optimize RESTful APIs and microservices

- Develop and manage serverless applications using AWS Lambda and API Gateway

- Integrate DynamoDB, SQL, and caching systems into scalable architectures

- Collaborate with Frontend, QA, and DevOps teams for smooth releases

- Integrate third-party APIs and internal systems

- Ensure performance, scalability, security, and reliability of backend systems

- Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code

- Troubleshoot production issues and optimize backend performance

- Work with cloud services, message-driven systems, and distributed architectures

- Perform other related backend engineering tasks as required to support product and business needs

Required Skills :

Core Backend Skills :

- Strong proficiency in Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript

- Solid understanding of Object-Oriented Programming and backend design principles

- Hands-on experience building and maintaining REST APIs

- Experience with backend frameworks such as Express.js or NestJS

AWS and Cloud Skills :

- Strong hands-on experience with AWS Lambda

- Strong experience with AWS API Gateway

- Experience working with DynamoDB for scalable NoSQL systems

- Experience with other AWS services such as S3, SQS, CloudWatch, IAM

- Understanding of serverless architecture and event-driven systems

Databases and Infrastructure :

- Experience with SQL databases such as MySQL or PostgreSQL

- Experience with NoSQL databases such as MongoDB or Redis

- Familiarity with Docker and cloud platforms

- Knowledge of Git, CI/CD, and version control practices

Preferred Skills :

- Experience with Microservices Architecture

- Knowledge of API security including JWT and OAuth

- Experience with message queues such as Kafka, RabbitMQ, or SQS

- Hands-on experience with unit testing frameworks such as Jest, Mocha, or Chai

- Understanding of performance optimization and scalability patterns

- Experience with logging and monitoring tools such as CloudWatch, ELK Stack, Prometheus, or Grafana

Soft Skills :

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Good communication and documentation skills

- Ability to collaborate with distributed teams

Education :

- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field is a must