Back End Developer
Discoveries QuintessentialChennai, Tamil Nadu, IndiaAbout Us
We are a well-funded, VC-backed startup founded by experienced entrepreneurs with successful past exits. Our vision is to democratize personalized and affordable learning for students worldwide, empowering the bottom 80% of learners to unlock their true potential.
Role Overview
As a Backend Engineer, you will be part of the core engineering team, working closely with the leadership and product team to build a global-scale education platform. You will take end-to-end ownership of features, solving challenges across scalability, system design, performance optimization, and integrations. Your contributions will have a direct impact on millions of students globally.
Responsibilities
Design and develop scalable APIs and microservices using Node.js (or equivalent frameworks).
Optimize backend systems for performance, security, and reliability.
Collaborate with product managers, designers, and frontend engineers to deliver seamless features.
Contribute to architectural decisions, system design, and technology stack choices.
Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices.
Monitor, debug, and continuously improve backend systems.
Stay updated with emerging backend technologies and implement innovative solutions.
Desired Qualifications & Skills
2+ years of professional backend development experience.
Strong proficiency with Node.js, Express.js, or similar frameworks.
Solid understanding of web application architecture, databases (SQL / NoSQL), and caching strategies.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS / GCP / Azure), CI / CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker / Kubernetes) is a plus.
Ability to analyze complex problems and design scalable, efficient solutions.
Strong logical reasoning, quick learning ability, and a proactive mindset.
What We Offer
Competitive salary aligned with experience and skillset.
Significant ESOPs as part of the early team.
High-growth career trajectory with direct exposure to founders.
Performance-based incentives and rapid advancement opportunities.
A culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous learning.
Hiring Process
Introductory call
One or two technical / product discussions
Final offer
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