Senior Backend Developer

Company Description

InstaAstro is a holistic wellness platform that connects individuals with experienced astrologers worldwide. Specializing in diverse practices such as Kundli analysis, Vastu consultation, Tarot reading, Numerology, and Psychic guidance.

About the Role

You’ll be the backbone of our backend — leading the architecture, performance, and reliability of our systems. As a key member of our tech leadership, you’ll mentor developers, collaborate across teams, and build for scale.

What You'll Do

Lead & mentor backend developers — ensuring code quality, growth, and collaboration

Own and optimize backend logic, architecture, and performance

Review code, set standards, and uphold engineering best practices

Architect scalable APIs, data models, and backend systems

Work cross-functionally with product, frontend, and DevOps teams

Lead with empathy and foster an open, growth-driven culture

Continuously innovate to enhance system efficiency and scalability

Requirements

5+ years of backend development experience

Expertise in Python & Django (FastAPI / Celery a plus)

Solid understanding of databases (PostgreSQL / MySQL), RESTful APIs , and caching systems (Redis / Memcached)

Experience with cloud services (AWS / GCP / Azure) & CI / CD pipelines

Strong architectural and scalability skills

Leadership experience with the ability to guide and inspire teams

High emotional intelligence and collaboration mindset

Bonus Skills

Experience with Docker / Kubernetes & asynchronous frameworks (Celery / FastAPI)

Familiarity with Agile practices (Scrum, Kanban)

Prior experience in a team lead role

Why You'll Love Working with Us

Freedom to innovate and own technical decisions

Your work directly impacts the product and team success

A people-first culture that values growth and collaboration

Competitive pay, perks, and learning opportunities

A passionate team that believes in building with purpose

Location : Sector 59, Noida

Joining : Immediate