About nference :

At nference, the Google of Biomedicine, we are making the worlds biomedical knowledge computable to power quantum leaps in human health. By partnering with elite medical institutions, we transform massive, unstructured datasets-including clinical notes, lab results, and medical images-into a structured, research-ready ecosystem. Leveraging state-of-the-art AI and high-performance computing, we bridge the gap between clinical phenotypes and molecular genotypes to accelerate the discovery of next-generation diagnostics and personalized treatments.

Role Overview :

As a Senior Backend Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end development of scalable microservices and robust backend architectures using Go, or Python.

You will be responsible for high-level system design, database optimization, and managing cloud-native deployments within AWS and Kubernetes environments.

Beyond writing optimal code, you will mentor junior developers, drive architectural decisions, and collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance, event-driven systems that align with complex business goals.

Requirements :

- 4 - 7 years of experience in backend or Full Stack engineering.

- Strong proficiency in Go / Python (at least one primary backend language).

- Deep understanding of REST APIs, microservices architecture, and backend design patterns.

- Strong database skills (PostgreSQL/MySQL) with working knowledge of NoSQL systems (MongoDB, etc.); experience in schema design and query optimization.

- Hands-on experience with AWS (or similar cloud platforms) and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes.

- Solid understanding of asynchronous programming, event-driven systems, and performance tuning.

- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and Agile/Scrum environments.

- Strong CS fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, system design basics).

- Good communication skills with ability to collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities :

- Take ownership of the software development lifecycle; from initial design to deployment & maintenance

- Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams and other engineers to understand and translate requirements into solutions; align with technical decisions & business goals

- Write efficient & optimal code, architect robust solutions and design scalable systems.

- Work closely with frontend engineers to define APIs & develop communication protocols to ensure smooth data exchange

- Lead/Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers; ensure code quality and adherence to best practices

- Identify & resolve bottlenecks in the systems, optimize database queries, & leverage caching and load balancing techniques to minimize latency

- Support testing strategies by building testable code in collaboration with SDET , preventing regressions and using AI tools for test automation under supervision

- Monitor and analyze system metrics (response times & error rates) to identify performance issues and fine tune systems

- Assist with High Level Designs

- Create and maintain high-quality architectural and design documentation, including system design decisions, API standards, and engineering processes, to enable long-term maintainability and cross-team alignment.

Benefits :

- Industry Prestige : Secure a permanent role at the Google of Biomedicine (per The Washington Post), working alongside elite CS, MD, and PhD talent from top-tier universities.

- Unrivaled Data & AI : Deploy cutting-edge ML and analytics against exclusive, large-scale clinical, molecular, and imaging datasets to solve complex biomedical challenges.

- Research & Impact : Drive real-world breakthroughs in drug discovery with opportunities to be credited as a contributing author in high-impact scientific publications.

- Culture & Flexibility : We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment with a hybrid work model (eligible after a 3-month probation period) to balance innovation with personal well-being.

- Perks & Growth : Enjoy comprehensive reimbursements for gym memberships, tech gadgets, high-speed internet, and professional development courses, along with complimentary breakfast, lunch, and snacks at the office.