Job Description
Design and build scalable, secure backend systems using Node.js, Next.js (API layer), and microservices architecture
Lead the development of complex features and own them end-to-end from requirements to release and monitoring
Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, QA, DevOps, and frontend / mobile engineers to deliver seamless customer experiences
Implement robust data models, APIs, and integrations with banking systems, credit bureaus, cloud infrastructure, and internal services
Optimize application performance and ensure system availability, latency, security, and quality across the stack
Mentor and support mid and junior engineers, performing thoughtful code reviews and sharing best practices
Drive engineering excellence by promoting clean architecture, domain-driven design, observability, and testing culture
Contribute to technical planning, estimation, and decision-making in agile sprints
Requirements
6–8 years of backend development experience in agile, high-growth product environments
Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience with Node.js , with strong command of asynchronous programming, performance optimization, and API frameworks
Experience with Next.js API routes , Express.js, or similar frameworks
Solid understanding of RESTful API design , microservices, message queues, and caching (Redis, etc.)
Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.) and data modeling for scale
Experience building cloud-native services and working with CI / CD , containerization (Docker), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform preferred)
Strong debugging, testing, and problem-solving skills with a product-oriented mindset
Comfortable working in scrum teams , participating in sprint planning, retrospectives, and cross-functional rituals
A sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability , with the ability to thrive in ambiguity and take initiative
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 12-24LPA + ESOPs + Employee benefits
Senior Backend Engineer • Mumbai, MH, in