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Lead Backend Engineer

Lead Backend Engineer

Velodata Global Pvt LtdHyderabad
15 hours ago
Job description

Description :

Lead Backend Engineer | Hyderabad (Hybrid)

Work Model

Location : Hyderabad (Hybrid 2 days onsite)

Experience Level : 5+ years

Shift Timing : Regular IST hours

About the Role :

As part of our exciting growth journey, were expanding our Software Engineering team and are on the lookout for a talented Lead Backend Engineer to join us on a hybrid basis in our Hyderabad office.

This is a rare opportunity to work on high-impact greenfield products for some of the most iconic global sports brands. Youll play a key role in building modern, scalable software systems from the ground up, shaping the future of fan engagement and digital innovation in global sport.

Were looking for a collaborative and hands-on engineer who thrives on solving complex problems with elegant, scalable solutions. Youll lead by example - writing clean, maintainable code while fostering a culture of continuous learning, technical excellence, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Write clean, efficient, and reusable backend code following best practices and coding standards.
  • Lead and influence technical design, architecture, and backend development of digital projects.
  • Work closely with Engineering Managers, Product Managers, and Frontend teams to define and deliver robust technical solutions.
  • Set up development frameworks for automation, CI / CD, release management, and code quality.
  • Provide technical mentorship and guidance to mid- and junior-level engineers.
  • Be a champion of developer experience, always seeking to improve efficiency and maintainability.
  • Promote a blameless culture of learning, code review, and technical excellence.
  • Stay up to date with emerging backend technologies and best practices, particularly in sports and digital innovation.

Requirements :

  • 5+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 2 years in a lead or senior backend role.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
  • Solid understanding of database systems, including :

    • 1. Document-based : MongoDB

    2. Relational : MySQL or PostgreSQL

  • Familiarity with frontend frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js) and RESTful API design.
  • Strong grasp of software architecture principles and design patterns for scalable systems.
  • Understanding of DevOps culture, including CI / CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud deployments (AWS or similar).
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams and stakeholders.
  • A continuous learner with a growth mindset, eager to improve both technically and professionally.

    • Nice to Have :

  • A Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science or equivalent field.
  • Experience working in sports, media, or digital fan engagement platforms.
  • Exposure to microservices architecture or serverless computing.

    • (ref : hirist.tech)

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