Application Engineer - III-Node.js Fullstack& mean stack developer

The Vanguard Group; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard’s India office in Hyderabad seeks a senior backend engineer to design, implement, and optimize scalable backend systems. You will integrate diverse data sources, APIs, and services, while ensuring security and enterprise‑grade resilience.

The role emphasizes collaboration with frontend teams and mentorship of junior staff. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in software development, strong Node.js/Express, React/Preact, GraphQL, and AWS experience, and a solid grasp of Agile/Scrum

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of software development and backend architecture experience.
• Strong knowledge of database design, optimization, and API management.
• Experience with React/Preact frontend and Node.js/Express backend.
• Cloud experience with AWS and modern web app development patterns.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum delivery processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level system analysis, design, and implementation of backend applications and databases.
• Lead backend optimization for performance, scalability, and reliability.
• Integrate multiple data sources, APIs, and services; ensure secure data flow.
• Create and maintain backend documentation; mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with frontend teams to design robust backend interfaces.

Skills

Server-side development

API management

React/Preact

Node.js/Express.js

JavaScript/TypeScript

GraphQL

AWS

Micro Front-End

Agile/Scrum

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Computer Science

M.S./Diploma in Computer Science

Job description

About Vanguard

Founded in 1975, Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment management companies. The firm offers investments, advice, and retirement services to tens of millions of individual investors around the globe—directly, through workplace plans, and through financial intermediaries.

Vanguard’s India Office

Vanguard's office in India is a significant milestone in our global expansion. We are committed to establishing an enduring technology center in Hyderabad, Telangana and are excited to be adding talent who will focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), mobile, and cloud-based technologies that drive our business outcomes and deliver a world‑class experience for our clients.

Role Summary

This role provides advanced‑level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases under general direction, and leads backend optimization, data integration, documentation, and secure, scalable architecture aligned with enterprise standards.

Responsibilites

1. Provides senior level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products.
2. Translates technical specifications into code for complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports. Employs software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation.
3. Lead backend system optimization efforts, ensuring high performance, scalability, and responsiveness under varying workloads.
4. Spearhead the integration of multiple data sources, APIs, and services, streamlining data flow and improving overall system efficiency.
5. Oversee the creation and upkeep of detailed backend documentation, helping cross‑functional teams understand architecture and logic.
6. Advocate and implement best practices for security, data protection, and backend resilience, aligning with enterprise‑grade standards.
7. Collaborate with front‑end teams to design backend interfaces that support seamless and intuitive user experiences.
8. Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents.
9. Thoroughly understands software development methodology. Thoroughly understands development architecture standards. Trains and mentors staff with less experience. Resolves elevated issues.
10. Participates in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Explains technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients. Performs systems analysis activities.
11. Thoroughly understands client business functions and technology needs. Has a broad understanding of Vanguard's technologies, tools, and applications, including those that interface with business area and systems.
12. Interfaces with cross functional team members, and communicates systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience.
13. Thoroughly understands and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures, and verifies that deliverables meet requirements.
14. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
15. Lead backend system optimization efforts, ensuring high performance, scalability, and responsiveness under varying workloads.
16. Spearhead the integration of multiple data sources, APIs, and services, streamlining data flow and improving overall system efficiency.
17. Oversee the creation and upkeep of detailed backend documentation, helping cross‑functional teams understand architecture and logic.
18. Advocate and implement best practices for security, data protection, and backend resilience, aligning with enterprise‑grade standards.
19. Collaborate with front‑end teams to design backend interfaces that support seamless and intuitive user experiences.

Qualifications and Skills

Minimum 5 years of experience in software development, system integration, database design, and back‑end architecture. Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant fields such as Computer Science, or a Master’s degree/Diploma in Computer Science. Expertise in server‑side development, system integration, and API management; strong knowledge of database design, optimization, debugging, and performance tuning. Strong experience in developing scalable front‑end applications using React/Preact. Hands‑on experience in Node.js and Express.js for backend and full‑stack development. Proficient in JavaScript, TypeScript, GraphQL, and API development. Experience building and supporting cloud‑native applications on AWS. Strong understanding of Micro Front‑End architecture and modern web application development. Ability to collaborate effectively with Product Owners, business stakeholders, and globally distributed teams. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, including sprint planning and delivery.

Location

This role is based in Hyderabad, Telangana at Vanguard’s India office. Only qualified external applicants will be considered.

Our mission

Vanguard adheres to a simple purpose: To take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.

Our commitment to you Vanguard takes the same long‑term view of your success—at work and in life—with Benefits and Rewards packages that reflect what you care about, throughout all the phases and stages of your life.

Our Total Rewards programs provide you and your loved ones with wellness support for key areas in your life:

• Financial wellness: We're committed to enabling your financial success and provide competitive offers and programs.
• Physical wellness: We're committed to providing benefits that support your physical health and wellness.
• Personal wellness: We're committed to providing resources that help support the full scope of your life.

How we work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for most of our employees (crew members), designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in‑person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission‑driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long‑term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Vanguard, one of the world's leading investment management companies, serves individual investors, institutions, employer‑sponsored retirement plans, and financial professionals. We have a diverse and talented crew with a culture that promotes teamwork, along with an unwavering focus on serving our clients' best interests.

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