HOME Software Engineering & Dev Senior Backend Engineer
  • Alaan
  • Bengaluru, KA
  • Full-Time
  • 60 days ago
  • $3,000,000 – $4,500,000
Alaan VERIFIED EMPLOYER

Senior Backend Engineer.

Software Engineering & Dev Full-Time

Senior Backend Engineer: our view in 3 lines...

  • The Role:This role is for a senior backend engineer building scalable server-side systems, APIs, and database architecture for a FinTech platform.
  • The Person:The person will build and maintain backend systems, design RESTful APIs and microservices, troubleshoot production issues, review code, and improve performance, security, and scalability.
  • Requirements:The ideal candidate has 4 to 6 years of backend development experience, JavaScript, Node.js, NestJS, Express or Python, RESTful API design, MySQL, MongoDB or PostgreSQL, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, Git, Mocha, Chai or Jest, and CI/CD pipelines.

About the role

About the role

As a Backend Developer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the server-side logic, database architecture, and APIs that power our products. You will collaborate closely with front-end developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance systems that meet the needs of our business.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain backend systems and services to ensure optimal performance and scalability
  • Design and implement RESTful APIs and microservices for our FinTech platform
  • Collaborate with front-end developers and product managers to define, develop, and deliver features
  • Write clean, reusable, and efficient code, following best practices
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and upgrade existing applications as needed
  • Ensure the security and integrity of backend systems, data, and APIs
  • Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members
  • Monitor system performance and resolve production issues as they arise

What we are looking for

  • 4 to 6 years of experience in backend development [At least 4 years of experience]
  • Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Node.js, NestJS, Express, or Python [JavaScript - Must Have]
  • Strong understanding of RESTful API design and development
  • Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB, or PostgreSQL, and data modeling
  • Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and DevOps tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
  • Proficiency with version control systems like Git
  • Understanding of software development best practices, including testing, security, and scalability
  • Experience with caching tools such as Redis or Memcached
  • Knowledge of unit testing frameworks like Mocha, Chai, Sinon, or Jest
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
  • Experience with microservices architecture
  • Familiarity with fintech or payment systems
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment tools

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Published July 29, 2026
Location Bengaluru, India
Job Type Full-Time