Backend Engineer

Backend Developer

Build and maintain robust backend services and REST APIs using Node.js.

Work alongside senior engineers to design, implement, and optimize scalable microservices.

Collaborate with frontend, product, and QA teams in agile sprints to ship new features and enhancements.

Integrate with internal systems and third-party APIs (e.g., banking, payments, data providers).

Write unit and integration tests to ensure high code quality and reduce regressions.

Participate in code reviews, sprint planning, and retrospectives.

Maintain documentation for services, APIs, and processes.

Monitor system performance and help identify bottlenecks and bugs.

Requirements:

3–5 years of backend development experience, with at least 2 years of solid Node.js experience.

Strong grasp of asynchronous programming, and API development.

Familiarity with frameworks like NestJS, or similar.

Experience working with SQL and/or NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.).

Understanding of RESTful architecture, authentication, and session management.

Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Git-based workflows, and containerization (Docker is a plus).

Comfortable working in agile environments with collaborative tools like Jira, Slack, and GitHub.

Curious, self-driven, and excited about contributing to a fast-moving product.

Experience with cloud platforms like GCP, Firebase, or AWS.

Knowledge of caching (Redis), queues (Pub/Sub, RabbitMQ), and performance optimization.

Exposure to Next.js API routes or serverless backends.

Interest in fintech, open banking, or consumer finance apps.

Benefits:

Be part of a mission-driven fintech scaling across the GCC.

Work alongside a passionate and visionary leadership team.

A flat, fast-paced, no-drama culture with high ownership and high trust.

Work alongside a globally distributed team of experienced builders.

Compensation: INR 8-15LPA + ESOPs + Employee benefits.