Backend Developer (Node.js) - GGS - BLR

Hiring for a leading edutech company based in Bengaluru.

As a Backend Engineer , you will:

• Build and manage backend APIs and systems at substantial scale, ensuring they perform well under load and meet user demands.
  
• Work on data engineering projects to transform large, unstructured datasets spread across multiple systems into clean, structured data within a coherent framework.
  
• Optimize slow-running database queries and API paths to ensure high efficiency and minimal latency across our platform.
  
• Integrate media and streaming services such as Zoom, Slack, and Discord, building engaging communication and learning experiences that enhance collaboration.
  
• Develop sophisticated tools and services for non-engineering teams (like marketing and product teams), enabling them to work more efficiently and effectively.
  
• Contribute to open-source software, adding value to the community and collaborating with external developers to advance important projects.
  

Requirements:

• Experience: 3+ years of working with medium-to-large scale systems in production environments, or substantial experience with contracting that matches 5+ years of work experience.
  
• Languages: Proficiency in Node.js & Javascript
  
• Databases: Strong experience with PostgreSQL and Redis, with solid understanding of SQL databases and query optimization.
  
• Performance Engineering: Demonstrated experience in:
  • Profiling slow API paths using APM tools.
    
  • Designing debugging strategies and reducing system uncertainty.
    
  • Analyzing and optimizing complex database query plans.
    
• Linux/BSD Environments: Comfort with basic bash scripting, performance monitoring tools like htop, iotop, perf, and understanding system resource constraints (CPU, memory, I/O).
  
• Version Control: Strong experience with git and distributed version control systems.
  
• Exceptional Initiative: A track record of taking initiative, such as:
  • Starting a business or creating a personal project
    
  • Contributing to open-source software or other impactful community work.
    
  • Volunteering or creating something meaningful
    

Nice to Have:

• Some knowledge of data science and statistics, with familiarity with big data tools.
  
• Deep understanding of PostgreSQL internals.