Software Development Engineer - Backend (Node.js & JavaScript)

<p><strong>Role: Software Development Engineer (Backend)</strong></p> <p><strong>Location:</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>Mumbai - Vikhroli<br /><strong>Work Model:</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>5 Days (Work from Office)<br /><strong>Experience:</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>36 Years</p> <p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a strong Backend Engineer with deep expertise in<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>Node.js and TypeScript</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>to build and scale high-performance systems for a product-based environment. The role involves working on core backend architecture, APIs, and scalable services.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Design and develop scalable backend systems using<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>Node.js and TypeScript</strong></li> <li>Build and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices</li> <li>Ensure high performance, reliability, and scalability of applications</li> <li>Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams for end-to-end delivery</li> <li>Write clean, maintainable, and testable code</li> <li>Participate in system design and architecture discussions</li> <li>Proficiency in Node.js, and TypeScript, APIs, databases.</li> <li>&nbsp;Experience working with and building backend systems that have been used in the real world.</li> <li>&nbsp;Ability to navigate different stages of product development from scrappy MVPs to scalable<br />architectures.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Must-Have Requirements</strong></p> <ul> <li>36 years of backend development experience</li> <li>Strong hands-on expertise in<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>Node.js</strong></li> <li>Strong proficiency in<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>TypeScript</strong></li> <li>Solid understanding of APIs, backend architecture, and system design basics</li> <li>Experience working in<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>product-based companies</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>(mandatory)</li> <li>Good problem-solving skills and understanding of data structures</li> </ul> <p><strong>Good to Have</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience with<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>NestJS</strong></li> <li>Exposure to microservices architecture</li> <li>Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure)</li> <li>Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines</li> </ul> <p><strong>Candidate Profile</strong></p> <ul> <li>Open to<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>relocation to Mumbai</strong><span>&nbsp;</span>if currently based elsewhere</li> <li>Preference for candidates who have worked across<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>multiple cities/locations</strong>, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability</li> <li>Comfortable with<span>&nbsp;</span><strong>5-day work-from-office setup</strong></li> <li>Strong ownership mindset and ability to work in fast-paced product environments</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Notes</strong></p> <ul> <li>Candidates who have spent their entire career in a single city without relocation exposure may not be ideal for this role</li> <li>Immediate or Seving to 60-day notice period candidates preferred</li> </ul>